Cranberry Sleigh Bagel Board (Printable Version)

A vibrant spread with cranberry bagels, creamy cheeses, smoked salmon, fresh fruit, and festive garnishes perfect for sharing.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bagels & Breads

01 - 6 mini cranberry bagels, sliced
02 - 6 mini plain or sesame bagels, sliced

→ Creamy Spreads

03 - 7 oz whipped cream cheese
04 - 3.5 oz cranberry cream cheese (blend 2 tbsp cranberry sauce with cream cheese)
05 - 2 tbsp honey

→ Proteins

06 - 5 oz smoked salmon slices
07 - 6 hard-boiled eggs, halved

→ Fresh Produce

08 - 1 cup fresh cranberries (for garnish)
09 - 1 cup red grapes
10 - 1 cup sliced cucumber
11 - 1 small bunch radishes, thinly sliced
12 - 1 cup pomegranate arils
13 - 1/2 cup fresh dill sprigs
14 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges

→ Extras & Toppings

15 - 1/4 cup capers
16 - 1/4 cup sliced red onions
17 - 1/4 cup chopped chives
18 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts

# Steps:

01 - Lay out sliced cranberry and plain bagels in a circular or oval design on a large serving board or platter.
02 - Place whipped cream cheese, cranberry cream cheese, and honey into small bowls equipped with spreading knives.
03 - Neatly fan smoked salmon slices, hard-boiled egg halves, and cucumber slices around the arranged bagels.
04 - Cluster red grapes, radish slices, pomegranate arils, and fresh cranberries in groups to add color and variety.
05 - Fill gaps with lemon wedges, capers, sliced red onions, fresh dill sprigs, and toasted nuts to complete the display.
06 - Sprinkle chopped chives over the cream cheese bowls to enhance freshness and appearance.
07 - Present immediately and allow guests to assemble bagels with their choice of toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Colorful and festive presentation
  • Easy to assemble and share
02 -
  • For a vegetarian board omit smoked salmon and add hummus or roasted vegetables
  • Swap cranberry bagels for regular if unavailable
03 -
  • Add other seasonal fruits such as sliced pears or apples
  • Pair with sparkling wine mimosas or hot cider for a festive touch
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