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Savory Maple Bacon Roasted Butternut Squash Flatbread

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A quick and easy flatbread recipe featuring roasted butternut squash, crispy bacon, and a drizzle of maple syrup for a perfect sweet-savory balance. This comforting dish combines caramelized squash, smoky bacon, and melty mozzarella on a crispy flatbread crust.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (about 300g) peeled and cubed butternut squash
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 medium-sized flatbread crusts (8–10 inches) – naan or pita work well
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 100g)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Peel and cube about 2 cups (300g) of butternut squash into roughly 1/2-inch pieces. Toss them in a bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, pepper, and half of your chopped fresh thyme if using.
  3. Spread the cubes evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden edges and tender centers form.
  4. While the squash roasts, chop 6 slices of thick-cut bacon. Place on a separate baking sheet or skillet and cook at 400°F (200°C) for about 12-15 minutes or until crispy. Drain on paper towels to remove extra fat.
  5. Reduce oven temperature to 400°F (205°C). Brush your flatbread crusts lightly with the remaining olive oil on both sides and place them on a baking sheet.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella (about 1/2 cup or 50g per flatbread) evenly over the crusts. Distribute the roasted butternut squash and crispy bacon pieces on top. Drizzle 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup over each flatbread. Finish with remaining thyme, salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Bake the flatbreads for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the flatbread are golden and crisp.
  8. Cut into slices and serve warm immediately.

Notes

Roast butternut squash at high temperature for caramelized edges. Oven-bake bacon on a rack or parchment-lined pan for even crispiness. Brush olive oil on flatbread to prevent sogginess. Tent flatbread with foil if cheese melts too quickly before crust crisps. Let roasted squash cool slightly before topping to avoid soggy crust. Leftovers reheat best in oven or toaster oven to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: flatbread, butternut squash, bacon, maple syrup, roasted squash, savory flatbread, easy dinner, quick recipe, comfort food

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