Bagel Breakfast Sliders Recipe
Introduction
Start your day with these delicious Bagel Breakfast Sliders, a perfect combination of fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, creamy cheese, and toasted bagels. They’re easy to prepare and make a great morning treat for the whole family or brunch guests.
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 8 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 8 slices bacon
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced chives
- 8 mini bagels, halved horizontally
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Step 1: Arrange a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350°F. Grease a 13” x 9” baking dish with cooking spray.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together until light and frothy.
- Step 3: In a cold, large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon, turning occasionally, until crispy, about 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and pour off all but 1 tablespoon of fat from the skillet.
- Step 4: Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally with a spatula or wooden spoon, until the eggs are nearly set, about 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in the sliced chives. Remove from heat.
- Step 5: Spread cream cheese onto the bottom halves of each bagel and arrange them side by side in the prepared baking dish. Spread the scrambled egg mixture evenly over the bagel bottoms. Crumble bacon on top, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Close each slider with the top halves of the bagels.
- Step 6: Brush the tops of the bagels with melted butter and sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over them. Bake the sliders until the bagels are toasted and the cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.
Tips & Variations
- Use turkey bacon or sausage patties as a substitute to change the protein flavor.
- Add sliced avocado or tomato inside for extra freshness and texture.
- For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach instead.
- Try different cheeses like pepper jack or Swiss for varied flavor profiles.
Storage
Store any leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 8–10 minutes or until warmed through to keep the bagels crisp. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I prepare these sliders ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the sliders the night before, cover them tightly with foil or plastic wrap, and refrigerate. Bake them fresh in the morning for best results.
Can I use regular-sized bagels instead of mini bagels?
Absolutely. Just be sure to adjust the quantity and baking dish size accordingly. Larger bagels will make bigger sliders and may require a slightly longer baking time.
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Bagel Breakfast Sliders Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 sliders 1x
Description
These Bagel Breakfast Sliders are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast treat featuring fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and everything bagel seasoning on toasted mini bagels. Perfect for a family brunch or special morning gathering, they combine savory flavors and satisfying textures baked to perfection in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Egg Mixture
- 8 large eggs (Eggland’s Best recommended)
- 1/4 cup milk
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp thinly sliced chives
Bacon
- 8 slices bacon
Sliders
- 8 mini bagels, halved horizontally
- 4 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
- Cooking spray, for greasing baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking dish: Arrange a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13” x 9” baking dish thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Whisk eggs and milk: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until the mixture becomes light and frothy, indicating well-aerated eggs for fluffy scrambled eggs.
- Cook bacon: Place a cold, large skillet over medium heat and add the bacon slices. Cook, turning occasionally, until the bacon is crispy, about 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat from the skillet.
- Prepare scrambled eggs: Pour the egg and milk mixture into the skillet with the remaining bacon fat. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally with a spatula or wooden spoon, until the eggs are nearly set but still slightly soft, about 2 to 3 minutes. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, then stir in the sliced chives. Remove skillet from heat immediately to prevent overcooking.
- Assemble the sliders: Spread softened cream cheese evenly onto the bottom halves of the mini bagels. Arrange these cream cheese–spread halves side by side in the prepared baking dish. Spoon and spread the scrambled egg mixture evenly over the bagels, then crumble the cooked bacon on top. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, then cover each with the top half of the mini bagels. Brush the tops with melted butter and generously sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over them.
- Bake the sliders: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake until the bagels are toasted, cheese is melted, and tops are golden, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven and serve immediately while warm and gooey.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcook the eggs in the skillet; they should be soft and just set before layering on the bagels.
- Use fresh everything bagel seasoning for the best flavor impact on top of the sliders.
- For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and consider adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach instead.
- These sliders can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving to save morning prep time.
- Storing leftovers in an airtight container and reheating in the oven helps maintain the crispy texture of the bagels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: bagel breakfast sliders, breakfast recipe, bacon and eggs, cheesy breakfast, easy morning meal
