Cream Cheese and Hummus Bagel Sandwich

So here’s the thing, I bought some bagels from the bakery and then completely forgot to grab any of the usual bagel stuff, you know, cold cuts, smoked salmon, salad greens. Classic move. So I did what any reasonable person does and just started improvising, and I thought, what about cream cheese and hummus? I know, I know, it sounds like soft on soft, creamy on creamy, and… well, yeah, that’s exactly what it is. But honestly? The flavor was totally on point, and it really helps when the bagel is super fresh and pillowy.

Now let’s be real, this is less of a sandwich recipe and more of a quick hummus recipe with a bagel situation going on. This whole thing comes together in about 20 minutes, and most of that is just blending. It’s the kind of lazy, fridge-raid lunch/sandwich. Let’s check the recipe!

Cream Cheese and Hummus Bagel Sandwich

Servings: 1
Time: 20mins
Difficulty: Easy
Rating: ★★★★★
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There are no mistakes in the kitchen, just new experiences ahahahaha, this one turned out pretty yummy.

Ingredients

Chickpeas – 150g
Tahini – 1 teaspoon
Sesame Oil – A drizzle (or olive oil)
Garlic Powder – A pinch
Cumin Powder – A pinch
Paprika – A pinch
Pepper – A pinch
Salt – A pinch
Bagel – 1
Cream Cheese – 2 tablespoons

Directions

Combine in a blender or food processor the chickpeas, tahini (sesame seed paste), sesame oil, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, pepper, and a pinch of salt (you can always adjust the salt later). Blend everything very well until you get a paste.
Taste and adjust the seasonings.

Open the bagel, spread cream cheese and hummus on it, and you’re done! Enjoy!

Notes & Tips: If your bagel is a few hours old, definitely toast it first, it makes a huge difference and gives you a nice contrast to all that creaminess. I actually think a little smoked salmon and a handful of arugula would take this to another level if you want to fancy it up a bit. A drizzle of good olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika on top of the hummus before you close the bagel also goes a long way.

This is a classic sandwich, so of course feel free to swap things around to your taste. From the timeless cream cheese and smoked salmon combo to a simple ham and cheese, the bagel is really just a canvas, work with whatever you’ve got.

This recipe for Cream Cheese and Hummus Bagel Sandwich was originally created on BakeAfter.com. Esta receita de Pão Bagel com Queijo Creme e Húmmus foi publicada em português no Iguaria.com.