Olympic Rings Mini Bagels

A festive and colorful appetizer platter inspired by the Olympic rings, featuring mini bagels and vibrant toppings arranged as edible medals. Perfect for celebrations or themed gatherings.

I love making this appetizer for parties because it always delights guests and sparks conversations about the Olympics and flavors.

Ingredients

• Mini Bagels: 10 mini bagels (plain or assorted)
• Cream Cheese Base: 200 g cream cheese, softened, 2 tbsp Greek yogurt, Salt and pepper, to taste
• Toppings (for colored rings): 2 tbsp finely chopped black olives (black ring), 2 tbsp finely chopped yellow bell pepper (yellow ring), 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill or chives (green ring), 2 tbsp finely diced tomatoes or roasted red peppers (red ring), 2 tbsp finely chopped purple cabbage (blue ring or use blue food coloring with cream cheese)
• Decoration: 10 small fresh basil leaves (for medals effect), Edible gold dust or sesame seeds (optional for medal shine)

Instructions

Step 1:

Slice the mini bagels in half horizontally and arrange them cut-side up on a serving platter in the shape of the Olympic rings (five interlocking circles).

Step 2:

In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese with Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Step 3:

Divide the cream cheese mixture into five small bowls To each bowl, add one of the colored toppings black olives for black, yellow bell pepper for yellow, dill/chives for green, tomatoes/roasted red pepper for red, and purple cabbage for blue (or gently stir in a drop of blue food coloring for a more vivid blue) Mix each until fully combined.

Step 4:

Generously spread each colored cream cheese mixture onto two bagel halves, matching the Olympic ring colors.

Step 5:

Arrange the decorated bagels to form the Olympic rings, slightly overlapping where necessary.

Step 6:

Garnish each ring with a basil leaf and, if desired, a sprinkle of edible gold dust or sesame seeds to resemble medals.

Step 7:

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

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This recipe always brings my family together during game days, creating joyful moments filled with laughter and delicious bites.

Required Tools

Mixing bowls, Spatula or butter knife, Sharp knife, Large serving platter

Allergen Information

Contains gluten (bagels) and dairy (cream cheese, yogurt) For gluten-free use GF mini bagels for dairy-free use plant-based alternatives Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens

Nutritional Information

Calories 220 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 28 g Protein 7 g per serving

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Try adding your favorite toppings to customize the flavors. This dish shines both visually and on the palate.

Recipe FAQ

→ How do I assemble the Olympic rings using mini bagels?

Slice mini bagels in half and arrange them on a platter in five interlocking circles to mimic the Olympic rings shape, spacing them closely for overlap.

→ What toppings create the different colored rings?

Each ring features cream cheese mixed with black olives for black, yellow bell pepper for yellow, fresh dill or chives for green, tomatoes or roasted red pepper for red, and purple cabbage or blue food coloring for blue.

→ Can this dish be adapted for dietary restrictions?

Yes, substitute dairy cream cheese and yogurt with plant-based alternatives for a vegan option, and use gluten-free mini bagels if needed.

→ What is the best way to garnish these appetizers?

Garnish each colored mini bagel with a small fresh basil leaf and optionally sprinkle with edible gold dust or sesame seeds to resemble medals.

→ How soon should these appetizers be served after preparation?

These appetizers can be served immediately or refrigerated until ready to serve, keeping the toppings fresh and vibrant.