Are you ready to elevate your breakfast game to gourmet status? Dive into the delicious world of "Everything Bagel Pizza Lox," where the classic flavors of a New York bagel meet the savory indulgence of lox and cream cheese—perfect for brunch or a delightful snack! This easy-to-follow recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare and bake, making it a quick yet impressive dish to whip up for yourself or to share with friends. With every bite, you'll experience a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave you craving more. Get ready to impress your taste buds and your guests with this mouthwatering creation!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 bagels, halved
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 4 oz lox
- 1/4 cup capers
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the middle of the oven.
- Slice the bagels in half horizontally, creating two flat surfaces for topping.
- Spread a generous, even layer of cream cheese on each bagel half, covering the entire surface to the edges.
- Place the bagel halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Bake the cream cheese-topped bagel halves for 5-6 minutes until the edges become slightly crispy and the cream cheese is warm and softened.
- Remove the bagel halves from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.
- Carefully layer thin slices of lox over the warm cream cheese, covering the surface evenly.
- Sprinkle thinly sliced red onions across the lox.
- Scatter capers over the lox and red onions.
- Generously dust the entire surface with everything bagel seasoning, ensuring complete coverage.
- Serve immediately while the bagel is still warm and the lox is cool and fresh.
Tips
- Choose Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh bagels and high-quality lox. Look for bagels that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
- Customize Your Toppings: Feel free to add additional toppings like sliced tomatoes, avocado, or arugula for an extra burst of flavor and nutrition.
- Perfectly Toasted Bagels: If you prefer an extra crispy bagel, toast them lightly before adding the cream cheese and toppings.
- Experiment with Seasoning: While everything bagel seasoning is a classic choice, don’t hesitate to try different spices or herbs to suit your taste.
- Serve Immediately: This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. Serve it right away to maintain the contrast between the warm bagel and the cool lox.
- Pair with a Beverage: Complement your Everything Bagel Pizza Lox with a refreshing beverage like a mimosa or a cup of coffee for a complete brunch experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 55mg
