Description
Savory artichoke spinach bagel bites deliver a Mediterranean-inspired appetizer with creamy, herbal flavors that dance across your palate. Crisp edges and melted cheese make these little morsels perfect for gatherings where flavor and simplicity converge.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 bagels
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 can artichoke hearts, chopped
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) grated Parmesan cheese
Creamy Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C), ensuring an even temperature for optimal cooking.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend the leafy spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, creamy mayonnaise, tangy sour cream, aromatic garlic powder, and seasoning components.
- Distribute the creamy mixture uniformly across each bagel half, creating a consistent layer that covers the entire surface.
- Arrange the dressed bagel halves on a clean baking sheet, positioning them with adequate spacing to promote even heat circulation.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and allow the bagel bites to cook for 15-20 minutes, watching for the cheese to transform into a golden, bubbling crown.
- Remove from the oven and let the bagel bites rest momentarily to stabilize the molten cheese.
- Serve immediately while warm, presenting a delectable appetizer perfect for gatherings or casual snacking.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature for smoother mixing and easier spreading on bagels.
- Use fresh artichoke hearts instead of canned for a more vibrant, authentic flavor profile.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise and sour cream to reduce calories and boost protein content.
- For gluten-free option, swap bagels with gluten-free English muffins or cauliflower rounds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg