Name: Tarte Flambée Rolls with Ham
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: Franco-German fusion
Ingredients: 1 roll fresh tarte flambée dough (or thin pizza dough); 90g diced ham; 100g crème fraîche or sour cream; 150g shredded cheese (Gruyère or Emmental work well); 1 small red onion, finely diced; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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Tarte Flambée Rolls
When the aroma of freshly baked tarte flambée rolls wafts through the kitchen, no one can resist. This small variation of the Alsatian classic combines crispy dough with creamy sour cream and savory ham into perfect finger food.

When I first made these rolls for a birthday party, they disappeared within a very short time. Since then, they have been among my most proven party recipes.

Essential Ingredients and Their Selection

Tarte flambée dough: Thin and crispy - the basis for success
Sour cream: Full-bodied and creamy for best consistency
Onions: Finely diced for even distribution
Ham: Lean cubes for intense flavor

Detailed Step by Step Preparation

Prepare dough: Bring dough to room temperature; Roll out evenly without stretching; Spread with sour cream to the edges
Distribute toppings: Dice onions very finely; Distribute toppings evenly to the edge; Do not use too much cheese

In my kitchen, these rolls are the savior when guests arrive spontaneously. The combination of crispy dough and creamy filling delights time and again.

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The Perfect Roll

The key to success lies in the right rolling technique:

Start from the long side
Roll firmly, but not too tight
Cut into equal pieces with a sharp knife

Over time, I have learned that the distribution of the filling is crucial for success.

Creative Variations

Over time, I have developed different versions:

With goat cheese and honey
With spinach and feta
With tomatoes and mozzarella

Serving Suggestions

As appetizer with dip
With a fresh salad
As party snack

These tarte flambée rolls are for me the perfect combination of traditional taste and modern finger food. They remind me of my travels to Alsace, where I discovered my love for the original tarte flambée.

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Storage and Usage

They taste best fresh
Reheat at 180°C for 5 minutes
Can be frozen for up to 3 months

A recipe that proves that classics can be reinterpreted!

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I pre-bake the rolls?: Yes, they can be reheated at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes just before serving. However, they taste best fresh.
→ Which cheese works best?: A flavorful Gouda or a mix of Gouda and Emmental gives the best taste.
→ Can I make them vegetarian?: Yes, replace the ham with more onions or sautéed mushrooms.
→ How do I store the rolls?: In an airtight container they keep for 1-2 days. Briefly reheat before serving.
→ Can I freeze them?: The unbaked rolls can be frozen. Let them thaw before baking.

Tarte Flambée Rolls with Ham

Crispy tarte flambée rolls with ham, cheese and red onions - the popular classic in snack form.

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

17 Minutes

Total Time

27 Minutes

By: Reham

Category: Appetizers & Snacks

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Franco-German fusion

Yield: 16 Servings (16 pinwheels)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Main ingredients

01 1 roll fresh tarte flambée dough (or thin pizza dough)

02 90g diced ham

03 100g crème fraîche or sour cream

04 150g shredded cheese (Gruyère or Emmental work well)

05 1 small red onion, finely diced

06 Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) using the conventional setting. Peel the red onion and dice it into small pieces.

Step 02

Unroll the tarte flambée dough on a clean work surface. Spread the crème fraîche or sour cream evenly over the surface, leaving a small border around the edges. Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle the shredded cheese, diced ham, and diced onion evenly over the top.

Step 03

Starting from one of the long sides, carefully roll up the topped dough into a tight log. Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 16 equal pieces (about 1-inch thick each).

Step 04

Place the pinwheels cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Gently press each one down slightly to flatten. Bake in the preheated oven for 17 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Notes

These savory pinwheels are best enjoyed warm from the oven when they're at their crispiest.

They make perfect finger food for parties, game days, or appetizers before a main meal.

Tools You'll Need

Baking sheet

Parchment paper

Sharp knife

Cutting board

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.

Contains gluten (dough)
Contains dairy (crème fraîche and cheese)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.

Calories: 145
Total Fat: 8 g
Total Carbohydrate: 12 g
Protein: 6 g