Everything Bagel Cucumber Bites
Fresh cucumber rounds topped with creamy seasoned cream cheese and homemade everything bagel seasoning. A perfect keto-friendly appetizer ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- Everything Bagel Seasoning:
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp dried minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp dried minced onion
- 1/4 tsp crushed caraway seeds
- 1/4 tsp coarse salt
- Cucumber Bites:
- 1 medium cucumber
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 tbsp butter softened
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream room temperature
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, crushed caraway seeds, and coarse salt. Mix well to create everything bagel seasoning. Set aside.
- Wash cucumber and pat dry. Slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place on paper towel-lined plate, lightly salt, and let sit 5 minutes. Pat dry with another paper towel.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, butter, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, and salt. Beat with electric mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer cream cheese mixture to piping bag fitted with star tip or ziplock bag with corner snipped off. Pipe small dollop onto each cucumber round.
- Generously sprinkle each cucumber bite with everything bagel seasoning. Serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature before mixing
English cucumbers work best as they have fewer seeds and thinner skin
Can prepare components ahead: store sliced cucumbers up to 24 hours, cream cheese mixture up to 3 days
Add seasoning just before serving to prevent cucumbers from becoming watery
Store leftover everything bagel seasoning in airtight container for months
For vegan version, substitute with plant-based cream cheese, butter, and yogurt alternatives
English cucumbers work best as they have fewer seeds and thinner skin
Can prepare components ahead: store sliced cucumbers up to 24 hours, cream cheese mixture up to 3 days
Add seasoning just before serving to prevent cucumbers from becoming watery
Store leftover everything bagel seasoning in airtight container for months
For vegan version, substitute with plant-based cream cheese, butter, and yogurt alternatives
