Loaded Bagel Board with Whipped Cream Cheese Trio

• 8 large bagels, sliced
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon dill, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup beet juice, for pink hue
• 1/4 cup spinach, finely chopped or pureed, for green hue
• Smoked salmon slices
• Capers
• Red onion, thinly sliced
• Tomatoes, halved
• Cucumber slices
• Fresh dill sprigs
• Everything but the bagel seasoning

Steps

1. 1 Toast bagel halves until golden and set aside to cool.
2. 2 For the plain whipped cream cheese: Mix 1/3 of the cream cheese with 1/3 of the sour cream until smooth.
3. 3 For the green whipped cream cheese: Mix another third of the cream cheese, sour cream, and spinach until vibrant green.
4. 4 For the pink whipped cream cheese: Combine remaining cream cheese, sour cream, and beet juice until pink.
5. 5 Arrange bagel halves on a large serving board.
6. 6 Spoon each type of whipped cream cheese into separate piping bags or ziplock bags with a corner snipped off.
7. 7 Pipe swirls of each cream cheese onto the bagel halves.
8. 8 Top with smoked salmon, capers, red onion, tomatoes, and cucumber slices.
9. 9 Garnish with fresh dill sprigs and sprinkle everything seasoning over the top.
10. 10 Serve immediately and enjoy the spread!

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Piping bags or ziplock bags
• Knife
• Cutting board

Variations

• Add avocado slices for a creamy texture.
• Include a spicy cream cheese option with a dash of hot sauce.

Substitutions

• Substitute smoked salmon with scrambled eggs for a non-fish option.
• Use Greek yogurt for a lighter whipped cheese base.

Pairings

• Fresh fruit salad
• Homemade granola

Nutrition

Tips

• Prepare the whipped cream cheeses a day ahead to save time.
• For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free bagels.

Storage

Keep refrigerated for up to 24 hours. Store bagels and toppings separately from the whipped cream cheeses.

Freezing: Does not freeze well due to the freshness of the bagels and cream cheeses.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with freshly squeezed orange juice.
• Pair with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

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