Monster Face Bagels Veggie Cream (Printable Version)
Bagels topped with veggie cream cheese and fresh vegetables to create whimsical edible monster faces for fun, easy snacking.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Bagels
01 - 2 large plain bagels, sliced in half to yield 4 halves
→ Veggie Cream Cheese
02 - 7 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons finely grated carrot
04 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper
05 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped cucumber with seeds removed
06 - 1 tablespoon chopped chives
07 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Monster Face Decorations
09 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
10 - 1/4 cup sliced cucumber rounds
11 - 8 cherry tomatoes, cut in half
12 - 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
13 - 1/4 cup shredded carrots
14 - 1/4 cup baby spinach leaves
15 - Candy eyes, optional, for decoration
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Combine cream cheese, grated carrot, chopped red bell pepper, chopped cucumber, chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a medium mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is creamy and evenly blended.
02 - Coat each bagel half with a generous layer of vegetable cream cheese using a spatula or spoon.
03 - Arrange fresh vegetable slices and optional candy eyes on each bagel to create imaginative monster faces. Use cucumber, olives, or candy for eyes, cherry tomatoes or olive slices for noses, and peppers, carrots, or spinach for mouths, hair, or eyebrows.
04 - Serve immediately on a plate, or refrigerate up to 2 hours for optimal freshness prior to presenting.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Perfect for hands-on kid fun in the kitchen
- Quick assembly means snacks are ready in twenty minutes
- Uses fridge and pantry favorites for minimal fuss
- Encourages healthy eating with vibrant fresh vegetables in every bite
02 -
- Full of vitamin-rich veggies so you can feel good about snack time
- Perfect for group activities or themed parties
- Simple to make dairy free or gluten free with easy swaps
03 -
- Lay out all toppings before starting for smooth decorating
- If prepping in advance blot vegetables with a paper towel to remove extra moisture so faces do not slip
- Letting kids handle their own monster face gets everyone engaged and makes snack time joyful