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Fresh Cream Cheese Stuffed Cucumber Bites Easy Recipe with Everything Bagel Seasoning

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A quick and easy snack featuring crisp cucumber slices filled with whipped cream cheese and topped with homemade everything bagel seasoning. Perfect for parties or a light, refreshing treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large English cucumbers
  • 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon toasted poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • Optional: fresh dill or chives, finely chopped
  • Optional: pinch of lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Everything Bagel Seasoning: In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast 1 tablespoon sesame seeds and 1 teaspoon poppy seeds until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and mix with 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried minced onion, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Set aside to cool.
  2. Slice the Cucumbers: Rinse and pat dry 2 large English cucumbers. Slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds. If the seeds are large, gently scoop them out with a small spoon to create a little well for the filling.
  3. Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a bowl, combine 8 ounces softened cream cheese with 1 tablespoon sour cream or Greek yogurt. Whisk or beat with a fork until smooth and fluffy. Add a pinch of lemon zest and finely chopped fresh dill or chives if using, stirring gently to incorporate.
  4. Fill the Cucumber Slices: Use a small spoon or piping bag to dollop the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber round, about 1 teaspoon per slice.
  5. Sprinkle the Seasoning: Immediately sprinkle the everything bagel seasoning evenly over the cream cheese topping.
  6. Chill and Serve: Arrange the bites on a serving platter. Chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld and the filling firm up slightly.

Notes

For extra crispness, slice cucumbers just before serving. The cream cheese filling can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the fridge. Toasting the sesame and poppy seeds enhances flavor. If you don’t have a piping bag, use a small zip-top bag with a corner snipped off. For dairy-free options, substitute cream cheese with plant-based spread and sour cream with coconut yogurt.

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Keywords: cream cheese, cucumber bites, everything bagel seasoning, appetizer, snack, easy recipe, gluten-free, low-carb

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