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There is nothing I like better than a good bagel with cream cheese. Being from New
York, bagels are a primary part of my diet, so when the new trend of cream cheese boards started
popping up all over my page on TikTok, I could not wait to join the trend. After playing around
with ingredients, I eventually made the most delicious cream cheese board out there. Here are the
steps I take when creating my masterpiece!
- Spread cream cheese on a platter
The first step is easy! It requires a container of cream cheese (I use the brand
Philadelphia) which you spread thickly across the board. You want to make sure to apply
the cream cheese heavily enough so that eventually, when dipping a bagel into it, there
will be enough of it to scoop up! - Add capers
Evenly distribute capers on top of the cream cheese throughout the board. I like using
capers because they add a little bit of tang and saltiness. They also add color to the board!
- Add smoked salmon
Cut up smoked salmon into small pieces and place evenly all over the board. This is my
favorite ingredient, as it is one of my all time favorite foods! The smoked salmon adds
protein to the board, which we all need in our diet. It also brings a smoky and fishy taste (
in the best way) to the board. - Add Everything But the Bagel seasoning
The Everything But the Bagel seasoning ties the entire board together. It brings a salty
and savory taste to the board without overpowering the other ingredients. It is important
to put less of the seasoning on to start so it is not too much for guests who may not like a
lot of seasoning. If people want more of the seasoning when eating the board, you can
always add! - ENJOY!
The cream cheese board is now complete! My favorite way of eating it is to buy plain
bagels to dip into the board. I prefer using a plain bagel because the board itself already has so
much flavor to enjoy!
I hope you all make cream cheese boards and try their greatness for yourself! They are not only
delicious, but are fun to make with friends and family and are perfect for when having guests
over!