Description
This Crispy Flatbread with Brie and Cranberries offers a delightful combination of creamy melted brie, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy toasted almonds on a crispy flatbread base. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a quick snack, it combines simple ingredients with easy preparation for a flavorful, visually appealing dish that wow every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Flatbread Base
- 2 pieces flatbreads (store-bought or homemade)
Toppings
- 4 oz brie cheese, sliced
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Seasonings & Finishing
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
- 1 tbsp honey (optional for drizzling)
- a pinch sea salt (for seasoning)
- a pinch cracked black pepper (for seasoning)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the flatbreads to a crispy finish.
- Arrange Flatbreads: Place the flatbreads evenly spaced on a baking sheet to prepare for topping and baking.
- Brush with Olive Oil: Using a pastry brush, lightly coat each flatbread with olive oil. This helps to crisp the edges and adds flavor.
- Add Toppings: Evenly distribute the sliced brie over the flatbreads, then sprinkle with dried cranberries and toasted almonds. Add fresh thyme leaves if using for added aroma and freshness.
- Bake: Bake the assembled flatbreads in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the brie is melted, bubbly, and the flatbread edges turn golden brown and crisp.
- Finish and Season: Remove from the oven, drizzle with honey for a touch of sweetness if desired, then season with sea salt and cracked black pepper to balance flavors.
- Serve: Slice the flatbreads into pieces and serve warm or at room temperature for the best taste and texture experience.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden before adding to the flatbread.
- If you prefer a vegetarian option that is not vegan, use brie cheese as it contains microbial rennet. For vegan, substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Honey drizzle is optional and adds a lovely contrast to the savory and tart toppings; omit for a less sweet version.
- Flatbreads can be homemade or store-bought depending on convenience; store-bought whole wheat or multigrain flatbreads work well too.
- Ensure not to overbake; keep an eye during the last few minutes to prevent the cheese from burning.
