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Bagels with Cream Cheese and Cherries

A classic bagel topped with creamy cheese and sweet cherries, finished with a hint of fresh cilantro for a surprising twist.

Total time
10 min
Servings
2
Calories
350
Protein
10g
Bagels with Cream Cheese and Cherries
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Ingredients

  • 2 whole bagels
  • 4 tbsp cream cheese
  • 1 cup cherries
  • 2 tbsp cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1

    Slice the 2 bagels in half and toast them until golden and crisp, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Spread 2 tbsp cream cheese on each toasted bagel half, covering the surface evenly.

  3. 3

    Pit and halve the 1 cup cherries, then arrange them cut-side down over the cream cheese.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle the 2 tbsp chopped cilantro over the cherries for a fresh finish.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately, or return to the toaster oven for 2 minutes if you prefer warm cherries.

Tools you’ll need

  • toaster
  • knife
  • cutting board

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