Cranberry Sleigh Bagel Board (Printable Version)

A vibrant spread with cranberry bagels, smoked salmon, fresh fruit, creamy spreads, and seasonal garnishes for sharing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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 (cream cheese mixed with 2 tbsp cranberry sauce)
05 - 2 tbsp honey

→ Proteins

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

→ Fresh Produce

08 - 1 cup fresh cranberries (garnish)
09 - 1 cup red grapes
10 - 1 cup sliced cucumber
11 - 1 small bunch radishes, thinly sliced
12 - 1 cup pomegranate arils
13 - ½ cup fresh dill sprigs
14 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges

→ Extras & Toppings

15 - ¼ cup capers
16 - ¼ cup sliced red onions
17 - ¼ cup chopped chives
18 - ¼ cup toasted pecans or walnuts

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Place sliced cranberry and plain bagels in a circular or oval arrangement on a large serving board or platter.
02 - Transfer whipped cream cheese, cranberry cream cheese, and honey into small bowls with spreading knives.
03 - Neatly fan smoked salmon slices, hard-boiled egg halves, and cucumber slices around the bagels.
04 - Distribute red grapes, radish slices, pomegranate arils, and fresh cranberries in small clusters for variety and color.
05 - Add lemon wedges, capers, sliced red onions, dill sprigs, and toasted nuts to complete the board.
06 - Sprinkle chopped chives over the cream cheese bowls for a fresh finish.
07 - Present immediately allowing guests to assemble bagels with desired toppings.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Colorful and festive presentation
  • Variety of flavors and textures for all tastes
02 -
  • For a vegetarian board, omit smoked salmon and add hummus or roasted vegetables
  • Swap cranberry bagels for regular if unavailable
03 -
  • Use a large serving board to prevent crowding and allow easy access for guests
  • Chill cream cheeses for easier spreading and freshness
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