Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large English cucumbers
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 3 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
- Fresh dill or chives for garnish
- Optional: Small pieces of smoked salmon or halved cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Wash the English cucumbers thoroughly. You can peel them in a striped pattern for a decorative look or leave the skin on for extra crunch. Slice the cucumbers into rounds that are about half an inch thick.
- Lay the cucumber rounds out on a paper towel. Gently pat the tops dry with another paper towel. This step is important because it helps the cream cheese stay in place and prevents the bites from getting soggy.
- Spread about a teaspoon of softened cream cheese onto each cucumber slice. For a more professional look, you can put the cream cheese into a piping bag with a star tip and swirl it onto the rounds.
- Generously sprinkle the everything bagel seasoning over the top of the cream cheese. Make sure each bite gets a good coating of the seeds and spices for maximum flavor.
- Top each bite with a small sprig of fresh drawer or a pinch of chopped chives. If you want to make them more substantial, add a small piece of smoked salmon or half a cherry tomato on top. Serve immediately while the cucumbers are crisp.
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Diet: Low-carb, Gluten-Free, Keto-friendly