These Cheesy Spinach-Artichoke Bagels are the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy spinach-artichoke dip and crispy bagels. They make a great snack, appetizer, or even a light meal!
📋 Ingredients:
- 4 bagels, halved 🥯
- 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained 🌿
- 1/2 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 🌿
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened 🧀
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise 🥛
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🌰
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for a little spice 🌶️
📝 Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Spinach-Artichoke Mixture:
- Combine the ingredients:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Assemble the Bagels:
- Spread the mixture:
- Lay the halved bagels, cut side up, on the prepared baking sheet. Spread a generous amount of the spinach-artichoke mixture on top of each bagel half.
4. Bake:
- Bake the bagels:
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bagels are lightly toasted.
5. Serve:
- Garnish and serve:
- Remove the bagels from the oven and sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a bit of heat, if desired. Serve immediately.
- Enjoy:
- These Cheesy Spinach-Artichoke Bagels are best enjoyed warm, straight from the oven!
⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 25 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8 bagel halves
🔥 Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal per bagel half
These Cheesy Spinach-Artichoke Bagels are a tasty, savory treat that’s easy to make and packed with flavor! Perfect for brunch, lunch, or as an appetizer. 🥯🧀🌿