Breakfast Bagel Bites Recipe
Introduction
Start your morning right with these delicious and easy-to-make Breakfast Bagel Bites. Combining fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, melted cheddar, and buttery toasted bagels, they’re the perfect quick breakfast or brunch treat.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 4 mini bagels
- 4 rashers of bacon
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese
- Salted butter, as needed
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy. While the bacon cooks, scramble the eggs with a little milk, cream cheese, or cottage cheese in a separate skillet over medium heat with a bit of salted butter.
- Step 2: Drain the cooked bacon on paper towels, then roughly chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Step 3: Toast the mini bagels until golden and then spread them generously with salted butter.
- Step 4: Assemble each bagel bite by layering scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, and chopped bacon on the toasted and buttered bagels.
- Step 5: Place the bagel bites under the broiler for one to two minutes, just until the cheese melts and the eggs are warmed through. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of fresh chives or a dash of hot sauce before broiling.
- Swap cheddar for your favorite cheese like Swiss or pepper jack for a different twist.
- Use whole wheat or everything bagels to vary the texture and taste.
- If you prefer a vegetarian option, substitute bacon with sautéed mushrooms or avocado slices.
Storage
Store any leftover bagel bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a toaster oven or under the broiler to maintain the melted cheese and crispiness. Avoid microwaving as it can make the bagel chewy.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I prepare the bagel bites ahead of time?
You can assemble the bagel bites in advance and keep them covered in the refrigerator, but broil just before serving for the best melted cheese and fresh flavor.
Can I freeze the breakfast bagel bites?
Freezing is possible but not ideal, as the bagels may become soggy upon reheating. If you do freeze, place them in airtight containers and thaw fully before reheating under the broiler.
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Breakfast Bagel Bites Recipe
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (1 bagel bite each) 1x
Description
These Breakfast Bagel Bites are a quick and satisfying morning treat featuring crispy bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, melted cheddar cheese, and toasted mini bagels with butter. Perfect for a savory breakfast or brunch, they combine simple ingredients in a delicious layered bite that’s easy to prepare and enjoy.
Ingredients
Eggs & Dairy
- 4 Large Eggs
- 4 ounces Cheddar Cheese
- Salted Butter, as needed
- Optional: milk, cream cheese, or cottage cheese (small amount to scramble eggs)
Bakery
- 4 Mini Bagels
Meat
- 4 Rashers Bacon
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon and Scramble the Eggs: Start by cooking the 4 bacon rashers in a skillet until they are crispy. In a separate bowl, beat the 4 large eggs with a splash of milk, cream cheese, or cottage cheese if desired for creaminess. Scramble the eggs gently in a skillet with a little salted butter until soft and fluffy.
- Prepare the Bacon: Once the bacon is cooked and crispy, drain it on paper towels to remove excess fat. Then roughly chop the bacon into bite-sized pieces.
- Toast and Butter Bagels: Toast the 4 mini bagels until golden and warm. Spread each toasted bagel generously with salted butter while still hot.
- Assemble the Bagel Bites: Layer the scrambled eggs evenly on top of each buttered mini bagel. Then add the 4 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese over the eggs, followed by the chopped bacon pieces.
- Broil to Finish: Place the assembled bagel bites under the broiler for about 1-2 minutes, just long enough to melt the cheddar cheese and rewarm the eggs. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Once cheese is melted and bubbling, remove and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adding a little milk, cream cheese, or cottage cheese to the eggs makes them creamier and more flavorful.
- Use mini bagels for perfectly sized bite portions, but regular bagels cut in halves or quarters can also work.
- Keep a close eye during broiling to prevent the cheese from burning.
- Substitute cheddar with any other favorite cheese like mozzarella or pepper jack for a different flavor.
- Can be prepared ahead by cooking bacon and eggs in advance, then assembling and broiling just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: breakfast bagel bites, bacon and eggs bagel, cheesy breakfast bites, quick breakfast recipe, mini bagel recipe
