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German Bacon Flammkuchen

German Bacon Flammkuchen

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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: German
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup lukewarm water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Topping
  • 1 cup crème fraîche
  • 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
  • 30 grams German speck or thick-cut bacon, cut into strips
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • Fresh thyme leaves Optional

Equipment

  • 1 Baking stone or heavy baking sheet

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. Mix flour and salt in a large bowl
  2. Gradually add water and olive oil, knead for 5 minutes until smooth
  3. Form into ball, cover with towel, rest 30 minutes
Prep and Preheat
  1. Heat oven to 500°F/260°C
  2. Place baking stone/sheet inside while preheating
  3. Slice onions very thinly
  4. Cut speck into small strips
  5. Mix crème fraîche with nutmeg, salt, and pepper
Roll the Dough
  1. Divide dough in half (for two Flammkuchen)
  2. Roll each piece paper-thin on floured surface
  3. Transfer to parchment paper
Assemble
  1. Spread thin layer of seasoned crème fraîche
  2. Leave 1/4-inch border around edges
  3. Distribute onions evenly
  4. Scatter speck pieces
Bake
  1. Slide parchment with Flammkuchen onto hot stone
  2. Bake 8-12 minutes until edges char
  3. Crust should be crispy, onions caramelized
Finish
  1. Remove from oven
  2. Sprinkle with fresh chives
  3. Serve immediately while hot
  4. Repeat with second portion of dough

Notes

  • Keep dough very thin
  • Don't overload toppings
  • Ensure oven is fully preheated
  • Serve right away for best texture