High-Protein Smoky Mushroom Flammkuchen

Make Ahead: Prepare the mushroom mixture up to 3 days in advance for even deeper flavor. Quick Option: Use prepared whole grain pizza dough with added hemp seeds and nutritional yeast. Extra Crispy Finish: For the authentic crisp texture, ensure your oven is fully preheated before baking. This reinvented Flammkuchen delivers all the satisfying crunch and savory flavor of the traditional version while providing complete protein and balanced nutrition in every bite!

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a bowl, mix tamari, maple syrup, liquid smoke, and 1 tbsp smoked paprika.

Step 2

Add mushrooms to the marinade, stir to coat completely, and let sit for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated mushrooms and cook until crispy and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Add remaining 1 tbsp smoked paprika. Cook until mushrooms release moisture and begin to brown, about 5 minutes more.

Step 5

Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

In a large bowl, combine bread flour, vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, ground flaxseed, hemp seeds and salt.

Step 7

Create a well in the center, add olive oil and warm water.

Step 8

Mix until well combined, then transfer to a floured surface.

Step 9

Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough will be slightly firmer than traditional Flammkuchen dough due to the added protein.

Step 10

Form into a ball, cover with a damp cloth, and rest for 15 minutes.

Step 11

In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, quark or cottage cheese, 2 tbsp nutritional yeast, ½ tsp nutmeg, and black pepper to taste.

Step 12

Preheat oven to highest setting (250-280°C) with a pizza stone or heavy baking sheet inside.

Step 13

Divide dough into 4 portions (about 150g each).

Step 14

On a piece of parchment paper, roll each portion as thinly as possible (2-3mm). If dough springs back, let it rest for a few minutes.

Step 15

Spread a thin layer of the yogurt-quark mixture over each base.

Step 16

Top with sliced red onions, seitan-mushroom mixture, and edamame beans.

Step 17

Sprinkle with remaining nutritional yeast, nutmeg, and black pepper.

Step 18

Slide parchment paper with Flammkuchen onto the preheated stone/sheet.

Step 19

Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are crispy and golden.

Step 20

Garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired. Serve immediately.