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Easy Everything Bagel Cream Cheese Pinwheels

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These pinwheels combine the crunchy, savory coating of everything bagels with smooth, tangy cream cheese for a quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 everything bagels, sliced into halves or quarters depending on size
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
  • Zest of 1 small lemon
  • 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
  • 4 oz (115 g) smoked salmon, thinly sliced (optional)
  • Small handful fresh dill, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese with finely chopped fresh chives and lemon zest. Stir gently until evenly incorporated. Mix in fresh dill if using.
  2. Using a serrated knife, slice each everything bagel in half horizontally to create flat rounds. Quarter larger bagels if desired. Gently press down to slightly flatten without squashing.
  3. Lay each bagel half flat on a cutting board. Spread about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the surface. Sprinkle a little everything bagel seasoning on top of the cream cheese.
  4. If using, layer thin slices of smoked salmon over the cream cheese.
  5. Carefully roll each bagel half into a tight log, keeping the filling tucked inside. Wrap each log tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper.
  6. Chill the wrapped logs in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
  7. Remove the logs from the fridge and unwrap. Using a sharp serrated knife, slice each log crosswise into 1-inch thick pinwheels. Arrange on a platter with the everything bagel seasoning side up.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for easier spreading. Chill the rolled logs before slicing for clean cuts. Optional smoked salmon and fresh dill add a fancier touch. Can substitute plain bagels with added seasoning or use gluten-free bagels for gluten-sensitive diets. For dairy-free, use whipped coconut cream cheese.

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