Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble

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A rich flatbread topped with savory wagyu bacon, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a crunchy garlic herb crumble for a balanced, indulgent appetizer. This american-inspired pizza ready in about 35 minutes pairs pizza dough, chopped wagyu bacon, halved cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F. Roll out 1 lb pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12x14-inch rectangle and place on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 6 oz chopped wagyu bacon for 5-6 minutes until crisp and rendered. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, the garlic and thyme sauté, and 3 tbsp cold unsalted butter cubes. Use your fingers to crumble and mix until coarse crumbs form.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil evenly over the dough. Scatter cooked wagyu bacon and 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes over the top, then sprinkle the garlic herb crumble evenly, seasoning with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  6. Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the crumble is crisp. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble?

American pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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