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Tarte Flambée (France)

An authentic recipe for traditional French Tarte Flambée, highlighting its remarkably thin crust and savory cream and onion topping.

Level Medium Prep 20 min Cook 15 min Servings 4 Score 4.9/10

Ready in

35 min

Makes 4 servings

Prep 20m

Cook 15m

Level Medium

About this recipe

An authentic recipe for traditional French Tarte Flambée, highlighting its remarkably thin crust and savory cream and onion topping.

A classic Alsatian flatbread topped with cream, onions, and bacon, baked to crisp perfection.

Ingredients

Servings

Units

Dough

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup water (lukewarm)
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt

Topping

1 cup fromage blanc (or substitute with thick sour cream)
1/2 cup sour cream
2 large yellow onions (thinly sliced)
200 g lardons (or thick-cut bacon, diced)
salt, pepper, and nutmeg (to taste)

Equipment

Baking stone or heavy baking sheet For ultra-crisp crust
Rolling pin
Mixing bowls

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, lukewarm water, and olive oil. Knead until smooth and elastic, then let rest for 30 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix together the fromage blanc and sour cream, seasoned lightly with salt, pepper, and a pinch of ground nutmeg.
Preheat your oven to its maximum temperature, ideally 450°F to 500°F (230°C to 260°C), with a baking stone if available.
Roll out the dough as thinly as possible into a rectangular shape on a floured surface.
Spread the cream mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Distribute the thinly sliced onions and raw lardons evenly over the cream.
Bake in the hot oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is golden and crisp and the edges are lightly charred.
15 min

Nutrition

Calories 380

Protein 14g

Carbs 36g

Fat 20g

Fiber 2g

Sugar 3g

Sodium 520mg

Serving Size 1 slice

Cooking Timeline

Prep 20 min

Cook 15 min

Total 35 min

Recipe Scorecard

Overall 9.4 /10

Expert 4.9 95% conf.

Taste 9.7
Presentation 9.2
Nutrition 7.0
Value 9.0
Instructions 9.5
Ingredients 9.2
Time Accuracy 9.5
Difficulty 8.0
Would Make Again 9.5

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

An incredible French classic delivering a satisfyingly crisp crust with creamy and savory toppings.

Pros

Incredibly crispy crust
Rich and savory flavor profile
Quick bake time

Cons

Requires a very hot oven for best results

Overview

A classic Alsatian flatbread topped with cream, onions, and bacon, baked to crisp perfection.

AI Insights

Summary

An authentic recipe for traditional French Tarte Flambée, highlighting its remarkably thin crust and savory cream and onion topping.

Tips

Roll the dough as thin as paper so it bakes up completely crisp like a cracker
Preheat your baking sheet or stone beforehand to replicate a traditional wood-fired oven effect
Slice into long rectangles for traditional Alsatian serving style