Description

A luxurious, sweet–nutty, cream-cheese bagel melt you can make in 10 minutes.

Warm toasted bagels topped with a silky pistachio-honey cream cheese, crunchy toasted nuts, and a glossy drizzle of syrup. Effortless, elegant, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a mid-day treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

2 bagels, keto rolls, or thick sourdough slices, halved and toasted
Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional, for finishing)

Pistachio–Honey Schmear

½ cup cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp honey (or sugar-free honey alternative)
2 tbsp finely ground pistachios

Toppings

1 tbsp chopped roasted pistachios
2 tbsp toasted sliced almonds (or slivered almonds / more pistachios)
Honey, sugar-free honey, or sugar-free maple syrup — for drizzling

Instructions

1. Make the Schmear

In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, honey, and finely ground pistachios until smooth and creamy.
Adjust sweetness to taste.

2. Toast the Base

Toast bagels or rolls until golden and crisp.
A toaster oven or air-fry setting gives the best all-around crunch.

3. Schmear Generously

Spread a thick, even layer of the pistachio-honey mixture onto each warm toasted half.

4. Add the Toppings

Sprinkle chopped roasted pistachios and toasted sliced almonds over each half.

5. Finish With Drizzle & Salt

Drizzle lightly with honey or sugar-free syrup.
Add a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt to balance the sweetness.

6. Serve Immediately

Enjoy warm while the schmear is creamy and the nuts are crisp.

Notes

For Best Texture

Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened (20–30 minutes at room temp).
A quick 10-second microwave softens it if needed — do not melt.

To Toast Almonds

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes, or toast in a dry skillet for 2–3 minutes until golden.

If Schmear Is Too Thick

Whip in 1 tsp milk or syrup until spreadable.