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Flammkuchen base Calories
Thin, crispy dough base for traditional Flammkuchen
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
100 g of Flammkuchen base has 260 calories. It contains 52 g of carbs, 7 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Flammkuchen base Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
260
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
52g
· 19% DV
Protein
7g
· 14% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 11% · Fat 9%
Flammkuchen base nutrition facts table · 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 340 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 52 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 7 g | 14% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Flammkuchen base?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 91 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 50 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 208 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 390 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 200 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Flammkuchen base
What is a Flammkuchen base?
A Flammkuchen base is a very thin dough sheet used for the Alsatian dish Flammkuchen, also called tarte flambée. It bakes crisp and is traditionally topped with crème fraîche, onions and bacon or another cured meat.
What do you put on a Flammkuchen base?
Traditionally, a Flammkuchen base is topped with crème fraîche, thinly sliced onions and bacon. Mushrooms, leeks or cheese work for meat-free versions; keep toppings fairly light so the thin base can turn crisp rather than soggy.
How do you make a Flammkuchen base from scratch?
You can make a Flammkuchen base with flour, water, a little oil and salt. Knead the dough until smooth, let it rest, then roll it very thin. Traditional recipes usually leave out yeast to keep the base crisp.
How is a Flammkuchen base different from pizza dough?
A Flammkuchen base is rolled much thinner and bakes crisp, while pizza dough is usually thicker, softer and more risen. Flammkuchen is commonly spread with crème fraîche; pizza more often starts with tomato sauce.
How do you get a Flammkuchen base crispy?
Roll the Flammkuchen base thin and bake it in a thoroughly preheated oven. Use a modest amount of topping and avoid watery ingredients, which can soften the dough. Follow the package directions if you are using a ready-made base.
Does a Flammkuchen base need to be prebaked?
No, a Flammkuchen base is generally topped first and baked with its toppings. Prebaking can dry it out or make it overbrown during the final bake; for a packaged base, follow the instructions supplied with it.
Is a Flammkuchen base made with yeast?
Traditional Flammkuchen base is usually made without yeast, which helps it stay thin and crisp. Ready-made versions can use different recipes, so check the ingredients if you need to know whether a particular base contains yeast.
Can you freeze a Flammkuchen base?
Yes, you can freeze a Flammkuchen base. Separate dough sheets with baking paper, wrap them airtight and thaw them in the refrigerator before use. Do not refreeze a base after it has thawed.
How do you store leftover baked Flammkuchen base?
Let leftover baked Flammkuchen base cool completely, then refrigerate it in a covered container. It will lose some crispness in storage; reheating it briefly in the oven usually restores more texture than using a microwave.
How is ready-made Flammkuchen base different from homemade base?
Ready-made Flammkuchen base is convenient and is usually ready to top and bake, while homemade dough lets you control its thickness and ingredients. Packaged bases are processed dough products, and their ingredients vary by brand.
Flammkuchen base Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
340mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
55mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
85mg · 3% DV
Flammkuchen base Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Flammkuchen base
To burn the 260 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Flammkuchen base?
Flammkuchen base is the thin, unleavened dough used for Flammkuchen, a speciality associated with Alsace and the French-German border region. The dough is rolled very thin and traditionally topped with a creamy layer, onions and smoked bacon before being baked at high heat.
It comes out crisp at the edges and tender underneath, and is usually served hot in slices for sharing. In Alsace and neighbouring parts of Germany it makes a casual meal or snack; elsewhere, it works well as a light lunch with salad or as a savoury starter. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, so a generous vegetable topping and a restrained creamy layer can make the finished dish feel lighter.
How Nutritious Is Flammkuchen base?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Flammkuchen base Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Flammkuchen base Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Flammkuchen base Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Flammkuchen base Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40:1).
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