This Chopped Spicy Pickle Bacon Bagel is a breakfast you wll actually look forward to. Tangy pickles and salty, crispy bacon combine perfectly with creamy cream cheese for a flavor-packed bite. Chopping all the ingredients together helps them meld into the cream cheese, releasing their full flavors. Give this fun and easy chopped spicy pickle bacon bagel recipe a try for your next breakfast or meal prep!

Why You’ll Love This Spicy Chopped Bacon Pickle Bagel

A Little Kick – Jalapeños add just the right amount of spice without overpowering the other flavors.

Fun to Make – Chopping everything together is satisfying and makes every bite packed with flavor.

Creamy & Crunchy Combo – The smooth cream cheese pairs perfectly with crispy bacon and crunchy pickles.

Ingredients

1 bagel
- Holds all the ingredients together
2 tbsp cream cheese
- The creamy and smooth base that holds on the toppings
1 slice bacon, cooked
- Adds a nice crispy texture and savory flavor
Pickles
- Adds a tangy and zesty flavor to balance the savory bacon
Jalapeño slices, to taste
- For added heat
Pinch of onion powder
- Adds more flavor
Shredded cheddar cheese
- Adds more breakfast flavor

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Instructions

Scoop 2 tablespoons of cream cheese onto a cutting board and gently flatten it.

Layer the bacon, pickles, and jalapeño slices on top of the cream cheese.

Using a knife, chop everything together until it reaches your desired consistency.

Sprinkle in onion powder and shredded cheddar cheese, then mix everything with a spatula.

Toast your bagel to golden perfection.

Spread the chopped cream cheese mixture generously onto the toasted bagel.

Slice the bagel in half to reveal that satisfying cross-section. Enjoy immediately!