Pletzel

Pletzel, platzel or pletzl (פלעצל, Plätzchen, cookie or cracker) is a type of Jewish flatbread similar to focaccia.

Overview
A type of pletzel smothered in onion and poppy seeds is known as the onion pletzl, onion board or onion flat in the US. It was a common treat sold in American Jewish bakeries until the end of the 20th century. In east London and in Buenos Aires, the onion platzel is still available.