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Switzerland Cuisine

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Appenzeller Bierfleisch

A hearty and flavorful stew from the Appenzell region, featuring tender chunks of beef braised in dark beer with aromatic spices and root vegetables.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour

Appenzeller Honigkuchen

A traditional Swiss honey cake originating from the Appenzell region, known for its dense, spiced, and moist crumb. This cake is often flavored with warming spices and can be enjoyed plain or with a simple glaze.

Switzerland·Easy·40 minutes

Appenzeller Käse-Krapfen

Savory, deep-fried fritters made with grated Appenzeller cheese, flour, and eggs. These crispy, cheesy delights are a popular snack or appetizer, especially in the Appenzell region.

Switzerland·Medium·50 minutes

Basler Käsnüpfli

A savory cheese noodle dish originating from Basel, distinct from other Swiss cheese dishes, featuring small, hand-rolled pasta dumplings (Knöpfli) tossed with cheese and butter, often served as a main course.

Switzerland·Medium·45 minutes

Basler Läckerli

Traditional Swiss spiced biscuits originating from Basel. These hard, sweet cookies are flavored with honey, cinnamon, cloves, and citrus zest, and are often coated in a simple sugar glaze.

Switzerland·Medium·45 minutes (plus cooling and resting time)

Basler Leckerli

A traditional Swiss spiced cookie bar from Basel, known for its chewy texture and rich flavor from honey, spices, and candied peel. Perfect for the holiday season or with coffee.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour

Basler Mehlsuppe

A traditional and hearty soup from Basel, made with browned flour, butter, and beef broth, often served with Gruyère cheese.

Switzerland·Hard·3 hours 30 minutes

Basler Tafelspitz

A refined version of boiled beef, Tafelspitz, a classic dish in Swiss cuisine, particularly popular in Basel. It features tender, slow-cooked beef served with a variety of traditional accompaniments.

Switzerland·Medium·30 minutes

Beignets de Vinzel

These deep-fried cheese fritters, also known as Malakoffs, are a specialty from the Lake Geneva region. Crispy on the outside and gooey with melted Gruyère on the inside, they are a delightful appetizer or snack.

Switzerland·Easy·At least 30 minutes (plus soaking time)

Birchermüesli

A healthy and energizing breakfast or light meal invented by Swiss physician Maximilian Bircher-Benner. It consists of raw rolled oats soaked in liquid, mixed with grated apple, nuts, and sometimes cream or yogurt.

Switzerland·Easy·10 minutes (plus overnight soaking)

Birchermüesli Overnight Oats

A healthy and hearty breakfast dish invented by Swiss physician Maximilian Bircher-Benner, featuring oats soaked in liquid with fruit and nuts. This version is prepared the night before for a convenient morning meal.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes (plus soaking time)

Birnen und Nuss Brot

A hearty and flavorful Swiss bread studded with dried pears and walnuts. This dense, slightly sweet bread is perfect for breakfast, snacking, or served alongside cheese.

Switzerland·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes

Birnenblootz

A rustic and comforting pear cake, often baked in a simple rectangular pan. It features tender pears baked into a moist batter, perfect for an afternoon treat with coffee or tea.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Birnenweggen

Birnenweggen are a sweet pastry from Northwestern Switzerland, typically made with a spiced pear filling encased in a flavorful dough. They are often enjoyed during autumn and winter.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Bündner Gerstensuppe

A hearty and traditional barley soup from the canton of Graubünden, featuring barley, root vegetables, and often cured meat, making it a comforting and substantial meal.

Switzerland·Medium·2 hours 5 minutes

Bündner Gerstensuppe

A hearty and nourishing soup from the Swiss canton of Grisons, featuring pearl barley, root vegetables, and often cured meats. It's a comforting dish perfect for cold weather.

Switzerland·Medium·50 minutes

Bündner Nussgipfel

A popular sweet pastry from the Graubünden (Grisons) region, characterized by its crescent shape and a rich, caramelized walnut filling encased in flaky puff pastry. It's a beloved treat for coffee breaks or as a dessert.

Switzerland·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes (including rising)

Butterzopf

Butterzopf, also known as Zopf or Züpfe, is a classic Swiss braided bread. It's a soft, slightly enriched yeast bread with a golden crust, traditionally enjoyed on Sunday mornings. It is typically unsweetened, with the richness coming from butter, milk, and eggs.

Switzerland·Medium·50 minutes

Capuns

Capuns are a traditional Graubünden specialty, consisting of chard leaves wrapped around a filling of Spätzli dough, often enriched with speck and cheese. They are typically simmered in a light broth or water.

Switzerland·Easy·35 minutes

Classic Swiss Cheese Fondue

Switzerland's iconic communal dish - a pot of melted Gruyère, Emmentaler, and Appenzeller cheeses in white wine, perfect for dipping crusty bread. A delightful and interactive meal.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Geneva-Style Pear Tart

A classic Swiss tart from Geneva, traditionally enjoyed during the Escalade celebrations. This tart features a buttery crust filled with tender pears, raisins, and a hint of spice, all baked to golden perfection.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Glarner Pastete

A traditional Glarus specialty, this sweet puff pastry tart is divided in half, one side filled with a sweet almond paste and the other with a prune (plum) filling. It's often decorated with a floral pattern and dusted with powdered sugar.

Switzerland·Medium·40 minutes

Glarner Schabziger Krapfen

Savory cheese fritters from the Glarus region, featuring the unique Schabziger cheese, mixed with potatoes and herbs, then fried to a golden crisp.

Switzerland·Easy·40 minutes

Kartoffel-Apfel-Puffer

Kartoffel-Apfel-Puffer are crispy, golden fritters that combine the savory earthiness of potatoes with the sweet tartness of apples. These versatile pancakes can be served as a side dish, a light lunch, or even a sweet treat.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Käse-Kartoffel-Gratin

A comforting and rich Swiss gratin featuring thinly sliced potatoes baked in a creamy sauce with Swiss cheese, often enhanced with garlic and nutmeg. It's a versatile dish, perfect as a side or a main course.

Switzerland·Medium·45 minutes

Käse-Spätzli mit Spinat

Käse-Spätzli mit Spinat is a comforting Swiss dish featuring tender Spätzli (egg noodles) tossed with wilted spinach and a generous amount of cheese. It's a hearty and flavorful vegetarian meal, often enhanced with crispy fried onions.

Switzerland·Medium·55 minutes

Käseknöpfli mit gerösteten Zwiebeln

Käseknöpfli are small, irregular-shaped dumplings made from a simple dough of flour, eggs, and milk, often described as a Swiss-style spaetzle. They are typically served with caramelized onions and sometimes apple compote, making for a hearty and comforting dish.

Switzerland·Easy·45 minutes

Käsespätzli mit gerösteten Zwiebeln

A comforting and savory Swiss dish of soft, cheesy Spätzli (egg noodles) topped with crispy fried onions. It's a hearty and satisfying meal, often considered a national comfort food.

Switzerland·Medium·35 minutes

Luzerner Chuechli

A traditional Swiss pastry from Lucerne, these are delicate, crispy, and slightly sweet wafers made from a thin batter, often flavored with vanilla and sometimes lemon zest. They are typically enjoyed as a light snack or dessert.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Luzerner Kabis-Wurst

Luzerner Kabis-Wurst is a hearty and flavorful dish originating from the canton of Lucerne. It features thinly sliced savoy cabbage braised with onions and often served with a local sausage, such as the Luzerner Mettwurst or a similar cured sausage. It's a comforting and rustic meal, perfect for cooler weather.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Malakoff Torte

A rich and decadent Swiss cake, often made with layers of sponge cake or ladyfingers soaked in Kirschwasser, layered with a creamy vanilla or rum-flavored buttercream, and decorated with almonds.

Switzerland·Medium·25 minutes

Malakoff Vaudois

Malakoff Vaudois are small, deep-fried cheese fritters originating from the canton of Vaud in Switzerland. They are typically made with Gruyère cheese, eggs, and a touch of flour, resulting in a crispy exterior and a gooey, cheesy interior. Often served as an appetizer or a side dish, they are a delightful representation of Swiss comfort food.

Switzerland·Easy·45 minutes

Maluns

Maluns is a hearty and rustic dish from the Engadin region of Graubünden, made from grated potatoes that are pan-fried until golden and crispy. It's often served as a side dish or a light main course with accompaniments like apple sauce or cheese.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Papet Vaudois

Papet Vaudois is a hearty and rustic dish from the canton of Vaud, traditionally consisting of leeks and potatoes slow-cooked to a creamy consistency, often served with a local sausage like Saucisse aux choux (cabbage sausage). It's a comforting and flavorful dish that embodies the simple, wholesome nature of Swiss rural cuisine.

Switzerland·Medium·55 minutes

Rheintaler Ribel

Rheintaler Ribel is a traditional Swiss dish from the Rhine Valley, made from coarsely ground cornmeal that is slowly cooked and then fried until crispy. It's often served as a side dish or a light meal, typically accompanied by applesauce or fruit compote.

Switzerland·Easy·45 minutes

Rheintaler Ribel Suppe

A hearty and rustic soup from the Rhine Valley (Rheintal) in Eastern Switzerland, this dish features 'Ribel', a type of cornmeal porridge, cooked in broth and often enriched with butter and cheese. It's a comforting and traditional meal.

Switzerland·Easy·45-50 minutes

Rösti

A classic Swiss potato pancake, Rösti, is made from grated potatoes fried until golden brown and crispy on the outside, with a tender, fluffy interior. It's a hearty and delicious dish, often served for breakfast or as a side.

Switzerland·Medium·65 minutes

Rösti Auflauf

A hearty and comforting baked casserole version of the classic Swiss Rösti. Grated potatoes are layered with cheese and sometimes other ingredients, then baked until golden and bubbly.

Switzerland·Medium·50 minutes

Rösti mit Speck und Zwiebeln

A hearty and rustic variation of the classic Swiss Rösti, featuring grated potatoes pan-fried until golden and crispy, mixed with savory bacon and sweet caramelized onions. It's a substantial dish often served for breakfast or as a main course.

Switzerland·Medium·37 minutes

Schokoladen-Haselnuss-Guetzli

These Schokoladen-Haselnuss-Guetzli are delightful Swiss cookies that perfectly balance the rich flavor of chocolate with the nutty aroma of toasted hazelnuts. They are a popular treat, especially during the holiday season, but enjoyable year-round.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes

Schweizer Apfel- und Birnenkuchen

A delightful Swiss fruit cake featuring a harmonious blend of apples and pears, often enriched with warming spices and a hint of lemon zest. This cake is perfect for afternoon tea or as a comforting dessert.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Schweizer Apfelkuchen mit Streuseln

A comforting Swiss apple cake with a tender crumb and a generous, buttery streusel topping. This cake is a delightful way to enjoy seasonal apples, often served as a dessert or with coffee.

Switzerland·Easy·35 minutes

Schweizer Apfelküchlein

Delicate Swiss apple fritters, often enjoyed as a sweet treat or dessert. Thinly sliced apples are coated in a light batter and fried until golden brown and crispy, then dusted with powdered sugar.

Switzerland·Easy·15 minutes

Schweizer Wurstsalat

A refreshing and flavorful salad made with thinly sliced Lyoner or Fleischkäse sausage, onions, and a tangy vinaigrette. It's a popular light meal or snack, often enjoyed with bread.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 45 minutes

St. Galler Kabiswickel

A traditional dish from the St. Gallen region, these cabbage rolls feature a savory filling of minced meat, rice, and herbs, all gently simmered in a flavorful broth. They are a comforting and hearty meal, showcasing simple yet delicious Swiss home cooking.

Switzerland·Medium·50 minutes

St. Galler Schneckli

A delightful sweet pastry from the canton of St. Gallen, these 'little snails' are made from a rich, buttery brioche dough, often filled with a cinnamon-sugar mixture and sometimes nuts, then baked to a golden brown.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes

Swiss Carrot Cake

A beloved Swiss classic, Rüblikuchen is a moist and flavorful carrot cake made with finely grated carrots and ground nuts (typically almonds or hazelnuts), often enhanced with a hint of citrus and Kirsch.

Switzerland·Easy·1 hour

Swiss Potato and Leek Soup

A comforting and hearty Swiss classic, this potato and leek soup is known for its creamy texture and savory flavor, enhanced by the natural sweetness of leeks and the earthiness of potatoes.

Switzerland·Medium·55-60 minutes

Tierli Fladen

Tierli Fladen is a rustic, savory tart or flatbread originating from the Appenzell region of Switzerland. It's characterized by its simple dough base, often enriched with butter or lard, and topped with a mixture of onions, cheese, and sometimes bacon or herbs. It's a hearty and flavorful dish, perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.

Switzerland·Medium·35 minutes

Waadtländer Apfelküchli

A delightful Swiss-Germanic apple fritter, particularly popular in the canton of Vaud, featuring thinly sliced apples coated in a light, crispy batter and often served dusted with powdered sugar.

Switzerland·Medium·55 minutes

Waadtländer Käsefladen

A savory tart or flatbread from the Vaud region, typically made with a yeast dough base and topped with a rich mixture of cheese, onions, and sometimes bacon or herbs. It's a hearty and flavorful dish often served as a light meal or appetizer.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Waadtländer Käsküchli Revisited

A delightful savory tartlet from the Vaud region, featuring a rich cheese filling in a crisp pastry crust. This version offers a slightly refined approach to the classic.

Switzerland·Easy·35 minutes

Waadtländer Käsküechli

Savory cheese fritters from the Vaud region, characterized by their crispy exterior and a soft, cheesy interior, often served as a snack or appetizer.

Switzerland·Easy·50 minutes

Waadtländer Käsküechli

These savory cheese tartlets, also known as Ramequin in the French-speaking part of Switzerland, are a delightful specialty from the canton of Vaud. They feature a crisp pastry shell filled with a rich, creamy mixture of Swiss cheeses and baked to golden perfection.

Switzerland·Easy·1 hour

Waadtländer Kassuppe

A rich and comforting cheese soup originating from the Vaud region of Switzerland. This hearty soup is made with a blend of local cheeses, leeks, and a touch of white wine, offering a savory and creamy experience.

Switzerland·Medium·45 minutes

Waadtländer Schnecken

A savory pastry from the Vaud region, featuring a spiral of puff pastry filled with a creamy cheese and herb mixture. Often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes - 1 hour 10 minutes

Walliser Aprikosen-Damassine Tarte

A specialty from the Valais region, this tarte features the unique Damassine plum liqueur, which imparts a distinct aroma and flavor to the sweet apricots. It's a rich and aromatic dessert.

Switzerland·Medium·2 hours 20 minutes

Walliser Bohnensuppe

A hearty and rustic bean soup originating from the Valais region of Switzerland. It typically features dried beans, vegetables, and often cured pork or bacon for added flavor.

Switzerland·Medium·100 minutes

Walliser Cholera Pie

A hearty and savory pie originating from the Valais region of Switzerland, traditionally made with ingredients on hand. Despite its name, it has no relation to the disease. It features a rich filling of potatoes, apples, leeks, and cheese, encased in a flaky pastry crust.

Switzerland·Easy·35 minutes

Walliser Käsekrapfen

Crispy, golden fritters from the Valais region, filled with a savory mixture of local cheese and herbs. A popular snack or appetizer, often served with a side of sour cream or applesauce.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes (includes chilling)

Zartbitter Schoggi Biscuits

Crisp, chocolatey biscuits with a hint of spice, often made with finely ground almonds and dark chocolate. A popular treat, especially during the holiday season.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes (plus rising time)

Zopf Bread

A traditional Swiss braided white bread, often made for Sunday mornings or special occasions. It has a soft, slightly sweet crumb and a beautiful golden crust.

Switzerland·Easy·20 minutes

Zuger Kirschstich

A delicate and airy whipped cream dessert, traditionally flavored with Kirschwasser (cherry liqueur) and often served with a light sponge cake or as a standalone treat. It's a specialty from the canton of Zug.

Switzerland·Challenging·2 hours 15 minutes

Zuger Kirschtorte

A celebrated Swiss cake from Zug, featuring layers of almond-meringue (Japonais), light sponge cake, and a kirsch-infused buttercream. It's known for its distinctive pink hue and delicate flavor.

Switzerland·Easy·1 hour

Zürcher Apfelkuchen

A moist and tender apple cake with a hint of lemon and cinnamon, often topped with a light glaze or streusel. It's a popular dessert or coffee accompaniment in the Zurich region.

Switzerland·Easy·35 minutes

Zürcher Apfelküchli

Delicate apple rings coated in a light, crispy batter and fried to golden perfection. These Zürcher Apfelküchli are a beloved Swiss treat, often enjoyed at fairs and as a sweet dessert, dusted with cinnamon sugar.

Switzerland·Medium·45 minutes

Zürcher Geschnetzeltes

A classic Swiss dish from Zurich, featuring thinly sliced veal sautéed with mushrooms in a creamy white wine and cream sauce, often served with Rösti (though we'll omit Rösti to avoid duplication).

Switzerland·Medium·50 minutes

Zürcher Kaffeeschnitte

A delightful and rich coffee slice, often enjoyed as a dessert or special treat, originating from the Zurich region. It features layers of sponge cake, coffee-infused cream, and sometimes a hint of chocolate or fruit.

Switzerland·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Zürcher Schweinebauch Eintopf

A hearty and flavorful stew from Zurich, featuring tender pork belly slow-cooked with aromatic spices, vegetables, and a touch of white wine. This dish embodies Swiss comfort food, perfect for a chilly evening.

Switzerland·Medium·30 minutes (plus freezing time)

Zürcher Seeglace

A traditional Zurich dessert, Zürcher Seeglace is a delicate, creamy ice cream often flavored with kirsch and served with fruit. It's a refreshing and elegant treat that showcases Swiss dairy.

Switzerland·Medium·25 minutes (plus chilling time)

Zürcher Tirggel

Traditional, thin, hard, and sweet honey cookies from Zurich, often embossed with intricate designs. They are spiced with ginger, anise, and coriander.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Aargauer Kräutertorte

A savory tart from the canton of Aargau, featuring a rich custard filling infused with a blend of fresh herbs, encased in a delicate pastry crust. It's often served as a light meal or appetizer.

Switzerland·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Aargauer Rüeblitorte

A moist and flavorful carrot cake originating from the canton of Aargau, known for its vibrant orange hue and delicate almond texture, often topped with a sweet lemon glaze.

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