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Pear, Brie, and Cranberry Flatbread Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 0h 15m
  • Cook Time: 0h 15m
  • Total Time: 0h 30m
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Pear, Brie, and Cranberry Flatbread is a delightful combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Featuring tender slices of ripe pear, rich melted brie cheese, and vibrant cranberry sauce on a crispy flatbread base, it’s an ideal appetizer or light meal. Topped with chopped nuts and aromatic rosemary, this flatbread is baked to perfection in just 15 minutes, making it both elegant and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

  • 1 pre-made flatbread or naan (approximately 10-12 inches)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings

  • 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary)

Garnish

  • Arugula for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the flatbread.
  2. Prepare Flatbread Base: Place the flatbread on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  3. Oil the Flatbread: Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the flatbread, spreading it to ensure the crust crisps nicely during baking.
  4. Spread Cranberry Sauce: Evenly spread the cranberry sauce over the flatbread, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust to remain crisp.
  5. Layer Pear Slices: Arrange the thinly sliced pear pieces evenly on top of the cranberry sauce for a beautiful and flavorful layer.
  6. Add Brie Cheese: Distribute the small pieces of Brie cheese randomly over the pears, ensuring good coverage for melting.
  7. Sprinkle Nuts: If desired, scatter the chopped pecans or walnuts evenly over the flatbread for added texture and crunch.
  8. Season with Rosemary and Spices: Sprinkle the fresh rosemary, salt, and pepper evenly across the flatbread to enhance the overall flavor profile.
  9. Bake the Flatbread: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the Brie cheese is bubbly and slightly golden, and the flatbread edges are crispy.
  10. Cool Slightly: Remove the flatbread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes to set and make slicing easier.
  11. Serve: Cut into slices or squares and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh arugula for a peppery, refreshing contrast.

Notes

  • You can substitute the flatbread with naan or a thin pizza crust if desired.
  • For a nuttier flavor, use toasted pecans or walnuts.
  • If fresh rosemary is unavailable, dried rosemary works well—use half the amount.
  • The arugula garnish adds a peppery note that balances the sweet and creamy toppings.
  • This flatbread is best enjoyed fresh and warm but can be reheated briefly in the oven.
  • To make it vegetarian, ensure the cranberry sauce and flatbread are free from animal products.

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