10 Breakfast Bagel Sandwich Recipes

Smoked salmon with cream cheese bagel sandwich

Bagel breakfast sandwiches are one of the best ways to start your morning—and they’ve become one of the most searched-for favorite breakfast recipes across the internet (hello, viral TikTok – make trends). Whether you’re using homemade bagels, grocery store bagels, or picking up a dozen from your local bagel shop, there’s no denying that a good bagel sandwich is the ultimate breakfast sandwich.

Loaded with simple ingredients and full of cheesy goodness, these sandwiches are not only quick to prepare but totally customizable. From savory options with crisp bacon and perfectly cooked eggs to lighter veggie-forward bites and even sweet creations, there are different ways to build a bagel breakfast sandwich recipe that fits your taste and morning mood.

 

Classic Bacon & Egg Bagel

There’s something magical about the combo of crispy bacon, fried egg, and a gooey slice of American cheese. Fry your egg until the edges of the eggs are just golden and slightly crisp, then melt cheese on top of the eggs while they're still in the pan. Toast a plain bagel or your favorite chewy bagel until it's golden brown, and sandwich everything together. For the full diner-style effect, wrap it in paper towel to trap the heat while you pour your coffee.

Ingredients

  • 1 plain or cheese bagel
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 slices of crispy bacon
  • 1 slice of cheese
  • pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Toast your bagel until golden brown.
  2. Cook bacon until crisp; set on paper towel to drain.
  1. Fry eggs over medium heat until edges are golden.
  2. Place cheese on top of the eggs to melt slightly.
  3. Stack bacon, eggs, and cheese on bottom half of the bagel.
  4. Top with the other half and serve warm.

Avocado & Egg Whites Veggie Delight

If you’re looking for a lighter, healthier option, this one’s a great way to pack in protein and fiber. Cook egg whites over medium heat, then layer on mashed ripe avocado, thin red onion, and a handful of peppery arugula. Serve it open-faced or press together the top of the bagel and enjoy. Add a dash of hot sauce if you like a little morning heat.

Ingredients

  • 1 whole wheat bagel
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/2 avocado, mashed
  • red onion, thinly sliced
  • handful of arugula
  • hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toast the bagel to your liking.
  2. Cook egg whites in a nonstick pan until set.
  3. Spread mashed avocado on the bottom bagel slice.
  4. Add cooked egg whites, red onion, and arugula.
  5. Add hot sauce if desired, then top and enjoy.

Lox Bagel

This one’s a brunch favorite. On a toasted bagel, spread a generous layer of cream cheese, then top with silky smoked salmon, ripe tomato slices, red onion, and a sprinkle of fresh chives or capers. It's tangy, fresh, and satisfying. Whether made with homemade bagels or your favorite bagel shop finds, this is a favorite breakfast sandwich for weekends.

Ingredients

  • 1 fresh bagel (plain or poppy seed)
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 3–4 slices smoked salmon
  • 2-3 slices of red onion
  • 2 tomato slices
  • fresh chives or capers

Instructions

  1. Toast bagel and spread cream cheese on both halves.
  2. Layer salmon, tomato, and red onion on the bottom half.
  3. Sprinkle with chives or capers.
  4. Add top half of the bagel and serve cold.

Ham, Egg & Melty Cheese Stack

Stack thick-cut slices of ham, a fried or scrambled egg, and sharp cheddar cheese on a cheese bagel. Toast the assembled sandwich in a toaster oven or on a baking sheet for 5–7 minutes until the cheese turns into bubbly, melty cheese magic.

Ingredients

  • 1 cheese bagel
  • 1 egg
  • 2 slices of ham
  • 1 slice of sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Toast bagel and set aside.
  2. Fry the egg to your desired doneness.
  3. Heat ham slices in the same pan for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Layer egg, cheese, and ham on the bottom bagel half.
  5. Add the top half and warm in toaster oven for 2–3 mins until melty.

Feta & Tomato Morning Bagel

Crumble feta cheese onto the bottom half of the bagel, layer with fresh tomato slices, a crack of black pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. You can toast this under a broiler until warm or enjoy as-is. It’s a Mediterranean-inspired option that makes you feel like you’re on vacation.

Ingredients

  • 1 savory bagel (plain or poppy seed)
  • 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
  • 2–3 tomato slices
  • olive oil
  • black pepper

Instructions

  1. Toast the bagel halves.
  2. Add crumbled feta to the bottom half.
  3. Top with tomato slices, a drizzle of olive oil, and black pepper.
  4. Serve open-faced or closed, as you prefer.

Canadian Bacon & Egg Bagel

Slightly leaner than traditional bacon but just as flavorful, Canadian bacon makes for a hearty sandwich. Add a fried egg and a slice of cheese, then layer it all on a toasted bagel. Want a tip? Cook the bacon and egg on a sheet pan for easy cleanup when making multiple sandwiches.

Ingredients

  • 1 plain bagel
  • 1 fried egg
  • 2 slices of canadian bacon
  • 1 slice of cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook Canadian bacon in a pan until heated through.
  2. Fry egg and melt cheese on top while cooking.
  3. Toast bagel and stack egg, cheese, and bacon.
  4. Press top half on and serve warm.

Air Fryer Turkey Bacon & Egg

For an easier, cleaner cook, try using the air fryer to crisp up your turkey bacon. Meanwhile, scramble or fry some eggs, toast your whole wheat bagels, and layer it all together with your favorite cheese. Wrap it in plastic wrap to make it portable for busy mornings.

Ingredients

  • 1 whole wheat or plain bagel
  • 2 slices of turkey bacon
  • 1 scrambled or fried egg
  • 1 slice of cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook turkey bacon in air fryer until crisp (about 5–6 mins at 375°F).
  2. Scramble or fry egg.
  3. Toast bagel and layer egg, turkey bacon, and cheese.
    Optional: Wrap in plastic wrap for an on-the-go meal.

Cinnamon Raisin Breakfast Twist

Prefer sweet over savory? This is for you. Toast a cinnamon raisin bagel, spread it with cream cheese, then add sliced apples or strawberries and a drizzle of honey. You can sprinkle cinnamon on top for an extra cozy flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 cinnamon raisin bagel
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 3-4 thin slices of apple or strawberry
  • honey

Instructions

  1. Toast bagel until slightly crisp.
  2. Spread cream cheese on both halves.
  3. Add fruit slices and drizzle with honey.
  4. Enjoy open-faced or as a sandwich.

Sheet Pan Egg & Cheese Bagel

Use a sheet pan to bake eggs in bulk (add a splash of milk for fluffiness), then cut into squares using a small bowl or biscuit cutter. Add to your bottom bagel slice, top with your choice of cheese, and toast until melted. Perfect for feeding the whole family or prepping breakfast ahead of time.

Ingredients

  • 1 whole wheat bagel
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 slice of cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Whisk eggs and pour into a greased small baking dish or sheet pan.
  3. Bake 10–12 minutes, then cut into a circle using a small bowl.
  4. Toast bagel, add cheese and egg round, and sandwich together.
    Optional: Bake assembled sandwich 2–3 mins more for melty cheese.

TikTok-Style Eggy Bagel Melt

In this TikTok - make favorite, dip the bottom half of the bagel in beaten egg and cook it directly in the skillet. Add cheese, bacon, and your favorite fillings on top of the eggs, then close with the top of the bagel. Cover to trap the heat and create a steamy, cheesy, runny yolk moment that’ll blow your mind.

Ingredients

  • 1 plain bagel, homemade
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 slices of crispy bacon
  • 1 slice of cheese
  • hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Dip the bottom half of the bagel into beaten eggs.
  2. Place egg-dipped side down into a hot skillet and pour remaining egg in the hole.
  3. Add bacon and cheese on top of the eggs.
  4. Place top of the bagel on top, cover, and cook until set.
  5. Serve hot with a drizzle of hot sauce.

Bonus Tips

  • Use a toaster oven for perfectly crisp bagels when making several sandwiches at once.
  • Let your cream cheese come to room temperature for easier spreading.
  • Use a paper towel to soak up extra grease from classic bacon or turkey bacon.
  • For meal prep, wrap assembled sandwiches in plastic wrap and freeze; reheat on a baking sheet in the oven.

 

Breakfast is often called the favorite meal of the day—and with options like these, it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re a fan of savory bagel combinations or something with a hint of sweetness, these ideas prove there’s no shortage of favorite ways to enjoy your morning.

Which bagel breakfast sandwich recipe will you try first? Tag us with your creations, or share your own twists on these classics. Your taste buds will thank you!


Some of the links on sixcleversisters.com are affiliate links that pay a commission if a purchase is made. Six Clever Sisters, LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.

What do you think?

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

No Comments Yet.