Description
This pear, apple, and brie flatbread is a stunning balance of sweet fruit, creamy cheese, and crispy crust — a gourmet-style appetizer or light meal that looks as impressive as it tastes. Simple, elegant, and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
1 flatbread or pizza crust
1/2 ripe pear, thinly sliced
1/2 crisp apple, thinly sliced
4 oz brie cheese, sliced
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella or fontina cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey or balsamic glaze, for drizzling
1 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans
Fresh rosemary or thyme, for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Brush the flatbread lightly with olive oil.
3. Arrange slices of brie evenly across the flatbread.
4. Top with pear and apple slices, slightly overlapping.
5. Sprinkle with mozzarella and nuts.
6. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges are crisp and golden.
7. Drizzle with honey or balsamic glaze.
8. Garnish with fresh herbs, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
Add caramelized onions for extra depth of flavor.
Substitute blue cheese or goat cheese for a tangier bite.
For a savory twist, top with prosciutto before baking.
Pairs beautifully with sparkling wine or apple cider for the holidays.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 flatbread
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: pear apple brie flatbread, fruit and cheese flatbread, sweet savory appetizer, holiday flatbread recipe