Description
A classic German dish, this German Onion Pie (Zwiebelkuchen) features a buttery crust filled with a creamy onion and bacon mixture. Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, it’s a savory treat that’s ideal for a hearty meal or a festive gathering.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 packet active-dry yeast (about 4 grams)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup lukewarm milk
For the Filling:
- 4 medium yellow onions (about 500 grams)
- ¼ cup butter (for cooking onions, plus additional for greasing)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- 2 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a small bowl, combine yeast and sugar with a bit of the lukewarm milk. Let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
- Mix the remaining milk with flour, butter, and salt. Knead for 5 minutes. Cover the dough and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 to 1 ½ hours. Grease your baking dish with butter.
- Prepare the Onions:
- Peel and slice the onions into rings. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the onions in butter until soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Stir in flour and let cool. Season with salt.
- Prepare the Filling:
- Beat the eggs and cream together. Stir in caraway seeds if using.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Press the dough evenly into the baking dish, extending it about 1 inch up the sides. (A 9.5-inch pan works well, but a larger pan will result in a thinner pie.)
- Spread the onion mixture over the dough. Pour the egg-cream mixture on top. Scatter the diced bacon over the surface and sprinkle with caraway seeds if desired.
- Bake:
- Bake in the middle of the oven at 390°F (200°C) for 35 to 45 minutes, until the center is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Try substituting coleslaw or broccoli slaw for variety.
- Omit the bacon or use mushrooms for a vegetarian option.
- Use store-bought pie dough for a quicker preparation.
- Caraway seeds are optional but add a traditional touch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Savory Pie
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 352 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 95mg