This easy flammekueche recipe, also known as Alsatian flatbread or tarte flambée, is a traditional French dish from the Alsace region. Made with a thin homemade dough, crème fraîche, onions, and bacon, it is simple, quick to prepare, and perfect for a casual dinner or a sharing appetizer.
This traditional Alsatian flatbread is loved for its crispy texture and simple ingredients.
👉 View the French version of this recipe: Flammekueche traditionnelle
Ingredients for Flammekueche🧾
🌾 250 g of flour
💧 150 ml of lukewarm water
🫒 1 tablespoon of olive oil
🧂 1 pinch of salt
🥛 200 g of thick crème fraîche / fromage blanc
🧅 2 large onions
🥓 150 g of smoked bacon
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
🌰 A little grated nutmeg (optional)
How to Make Flammekueche👩🍳
Follow these easy steps to make an authentic and crispy flammekueche at home.
🥣 In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt.
💧🫒 Add the lukewarm water and olive oil, then knead the dough for a few minutes.
🧺 Cover the dough with a clean cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes ⏱️ in a warm place, allowing it to relax and become more elastic.
🔥 Preheat your oven to 250°C (480°F).
🧅 Peel the onions and slice them into thin rings.
🍳 In a pan, sauté the smoked bacon over medium heat until lightly golden and crispy.
🥓 Remove from the pan and set aside.
🥣 In a bowl, mix the crème fraîche and fromage blanc with a pinch of salt, pepper, and optionally a little grated nutmeg to enhance the flavor.
🌾 On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a thin rectangular or circular shape.
✨ The thinner the dough, the crispier the Flammekueche will be.
📄 Place the dough on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
🥛 Spread the seasoned crème fraîche evenly over the entire surface of the dough.
🧅🥓 Arrange the onion slices and smoked bacon over the cream.
🔥 Bake the Flammekueche for about 10 to 15 minutes ⏱️ at 250°C, until the dough is golden and crispy.
🍕 Remove the Flammekueche from the oven and let it cool slightly before cutting it into equal portions using a pizza cutter.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you make a crispy flammekueche?
To make a crispy flammekueche, roll the dough very thin and bake it at a high temperature.
- What is flammekueche?
Flammekueche is a traditional Alsatian flatbread topped with crème fraîche, onions, and bacon.
- Is flammekueche the same as pizza?
No, flammekueche is thinner and uses cream instead of tomato sauce.
- Can I make flammekueche without bacon?
Yes, you can make a vegetarian version with cheese or vegetables.
What is Flammekueche (Tarte Flambée)?
Flammekueche, or tarte flambée, is a traditional Alsatian flatbread with a rich culinary history.
🌾 Origins in Alsatian Farms
Flammekueche, also called tarte flambée, is a traditional specialty from the Alsace region. Its name comes from the Alsatian word Flammekueche, which means “cake baked in the flames.”🔥🥖 This dish originated in the Alsatian countryside several centuries ago, probably between the 17th and 18th centuries. At that time, families baked their bread in large wood-fired ovens. Before baking the bread, bakers needed to check if the oven temperature was ideal. To do this, they rolled out a very thin dough and quickly placed it in the hot oven to test the heat. ⏱️🔥
🥓 A Simple and Friendly Dish
Instead of throwing away the dough used to test the oven, peasants began topping it with what they had on hand: crème fraîche 🥛, onions 🧅, and smoked bacon 🥓. The tart was then baked very quickly in the wood-fired oven, in just a few minutes. The result was a very crispy dough with a creamy, flavorful topping.
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