Pan-Seared Bagels
Savor the crispy perfection of pan-seared bagels! This quick and easy recipe transforms ordinary bagels into a delightful treat with a golden-brown exterior and a chewy interior. Perfect for breakfast or snacks, these customizable bagels elevate any meal, allowing you to indulge in your favorite toppings. Get ready to impress with this deliciously seared delight!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 plain bagels
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Optional toppings: 2 tablespoons cream cheese, 2 ounces smoked salmon, or ½ avocado
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the unsalted butter and allow it to melt until bubbly.
- Slice the bagels in half horizontally; scoop out some insides if desired for extra crispiness.
- Place the bagel halves cut-side down in the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Carefully flip each half using tongs or a spatula and sear for an additional 3 minutes on the other side.
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pan-seared bagel half (57g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg