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Mini Pizza Bagels with Caramelized Onions and Honey

This dish features small bagels topped with melted cheese, caramelized onions, and a drizzle of honey, baked until bubbly and golden. The preparation involves toasting and baking, resulting in a crispy, cheesy snack with sweet and savory flavors and a pleasingly gooey texture.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces bagels halved
  • 1 cup shredded cheese mozzarella or cheese of choice
  • 1 large onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar for caramelizing
  • 2 teaspoons honey for drizzling
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the bagels in half and arrange them cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
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  4. Add minced garlic and a teaspoon of sugar to the onions, and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly browned.
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  5. Spread a spoonful of caramelized onions evenly over each bagel half.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the topped bagels, ensuring coverage for a gooey, cheesy finish.
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  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden around the edges.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Then, drizzle honey over each mini pizza and serve immediately.
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