Description
This Elegant Pear & Gorgonzola Flatbread is an artistic and delicious way to elevate appetizers or quick meals, beautifully balancing sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-baked flatbread crust or naan
- 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella or Fontina
- 0.25 cup chopped walnuts, lightly toasted
- 1 tablespoon honey, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 small handful fresh arugula
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: fresh thyme or parsley
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). If you are using a pizza stone, place it in the oven during the preheating process to allow it to reach the right temperature for a crispy base. Meanwhile, line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Take your flatbread crust or naan and place it on the prepared baking sheet or pizza stone. Using a pastry brush, gently coat the top with olive oil. This step not only adds flavor but also contributes to a golden-brown finish when baking.
- Once the olive oil has been applied, sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella or Fontina over the flatbread. This creates a buttery cheese base that serves as a foundation for the other ingredients. Following that, evenly crumble the Gorgonzola cheese over the base, ensuring a rich flavor is distributed throughout your flatbread.
- Next, take your thinly sliced ripe pears and arrange them across the cheese layer. For visual appeal and optimal flavor, overlap the slices slightly. The sweet juiciness of the pears will contrast beautifully with the salty cheese, creating a delightful balance.
- Sprinkle the lightly toasted walnuts over the pear slices, adding a lovely crunch to every bite. To enhance the flavor further, season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. If you have fresh thyme or parsley, this is the perfect moment to sprinkle some on top, adding an additional layer of freshness.
- Slide the flatbread into your preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown, and the cheese has melted and become bubbly. This is what you want for achieving that delightful texture and flavor.
- After removing the flatbread from the oven, give it a minute or two to cool slightly. Drizzle the top with honey for an extra touch of sweetness, and go ahead to add the fresh arugula as a garnish. The arugula adds a peppery bite that beautifully complements the overall sweetness of the dish.
- Finally, slice your Elegant Pear & Gorgonzola Flatbread into portions. Serve immediately, while still warm, to enjoy the incredible combination of flavors and textures that this flatbread has to offer.
Notes
For an extra kick, consider using blue cheese instead of Gorgonzola.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Protein: 12 g