# Ingredients:
→ Bagels
01 - 2 large plain bagels, halved
→ Veggie Cream Cheese
02 - 7 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons finely grated carrot
04 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper
05 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped cucumber, seeds removed
06 - 1 tablespoon chopped chives
07 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Monster Face Decorations
09 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
10 - 1/4 cup sliced cucumber rounds
11 - 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
13 - 1/4 cup shredded carrots
14 - 1/4 cup baby spinach leaves
15 - Candy eyes, optional
# Instructions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, grated carrot, chopped red bell pepper, chopped cucumber, chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until smooth and fully combined.
02 - Distribute a generous layer of veggie cream cheese evenly over each bagel half.
03 - Arrange the sliced vegetables and optional candy eyes to create monster faces: cucumber rounds, black olives, or candy eyes for eyes; cherry tomato halves or olive slices for noses; bell pepper strips, shredded carrots, or spinach leaves for mouths, hair, or eyebrows. Customize features as desired.
04 - Present immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to two hours to maintain freshness.
