🥯 Crispy Bagel Bites 🥯
📋 Ingredients:
3 plain bagels, sliced into rounds
1/2 cup (120g) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup (60g) tomato sauce
1 cup (100g) shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup (30g) grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
📝 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Place the bagel rounds on the prepared baking sheet.
3️⃣ Spread a layer of softened cream cheese on each bagel round.
4️⃣ Spoon a dollop of tomato sauce onto the cream cheese layer on each bagel round.
5️⃣ Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the tomato sauce.
6️⃣ Season each bagel bite with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
7️⃣ Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bagel rounds are crispy.
8️⃣ Remove the bagel bites from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
9️⃣ Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
📝 Notes:
◻️ You can customize these bagel bites by adding your favorite toppings such as pepperoni, sliced bell peppers, or olives.
◻️ Serve these crispy bagel bites as a tasty appetizer, snack, or even a quick meal. They’re sure to be a hit with family and friends!
