Roasted Pear, Cranberry, and Brie Flatbread
This Roasted Pear, Cranberry, and Brie Flatbread is a delightful mix of sweet, tart, and savory flavors with caramelized pears, juicy cranberries, and creamy brie atop a crisp flatbread. It’s perfect as an elegant appetizer or a light meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 flatbreads (4–6 servings)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 flatbreads or naan (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 fresh pears (Bosc or Anjou), thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh or dried cranberries
- 4 oz Brie cheese, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme (optional, for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss sliced pears with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 10–12 minutes until tender and slightly golden.
- Brush flatbreads with olive oil and place on another baking sheet.
- Layer roasted pears, brie slices, and cranberries on the flatbreads.
- Drizzle with honey or maple syrup.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until brie is melted and edges are crisp.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and a final drizzle of honey. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Use apples, figs, or peaches instead of pears based on season.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch.
- Spread fig jam or caramelized onions as a base for extra flavor.
- Soak dried cranberries in warm water for 10 minutes if using.
- Flatbreads can be grilled instead of baked for a smoky touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of a flatbread)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
