These delicious bagel breakfast sliders combine fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and creamy cream cheese layered inside mini bagels. Finished with a savory everything-style topping and baked until golden, they’re perfect for brunch, weekend breakfasts, or feeding a hungry crowd.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfect for breakfast gatherings or family brunch
- Easy to prepare and bake all at once
- Customizable with different meats and cheeses
- Great make-ahead breakfast option
Ingredients
Egg Mixture
- 8 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Bacon
- 8 slices bacon
Bagels and Toppings
- 10 mini bagels, halved
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons dried onion
- 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
Other
- Cooking spray for baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish with cooking spray. - Prepare the Eggs
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth. Set aside. - Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan. - Scramble the Eggs
Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring gently until soft scrambled. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in chopped chives. - Prepare the Bagel Base
Spread cream cheese on the bottom halves of the mini bagels and arrange them in the prepared baking dish. - Add the Fillings
Spoon scrambled eggs evenly over the bagel bottoms. Add bacon pieces and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top. - Add the Bagel Tops
Place the top halves of the bagels over the filling. - Add the Seasoned Butter Topping
Brush the bagel tops with melted butter and sprinkle with dried onion, garlic, sesame seeds, and poppy seeds. - Bake
Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the bagels turn golden. - Serve
Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then serve warm.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 10 sliders
Cuisine: American
Category: Breakfast & Brunch
A warm, cheesy, and satisfying breakfast recipe perfect for weekends, brunch parties, or quick family mornings.