Description
This Pear and Gorgonzola Flatbread recipe is an elegant and easy-to-make dinner idea featuring a crispy puff pastry or flatbread base topped with sweet pears, tangy Gorgonzola cheese, crunchy walnuts, fresh arugula, and a drizzle of honey for a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 sheet of puff pastry or flatbread
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Toppings
- 2 pears, thinly sliced
- 4 oz (120g) Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup (60ml) honey
- 1/4 cup (30g) chopped walnuts
- A handful of arugula leaves
Seasoning
- Freshly cracked black pepper
Optional Substitutions
- Swap Gorgonzola with goat cheese or blue cheese
- Use pecans instead of walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature by the time your flatbread is prepared.
- Roll Out the Puff Pastry: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the puff pastry until it fits your baking sheet. If you’re using flatbread instead, simply place it directly on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle Olive Oil: Evenly drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil across the surface of the puff pastry or flatbread base to enhance browning and add flavor.
- Arrange the Pear Slices: Thinly slice the pears and arrange them overlapping, covering the entire base to create a beautiful and evenly distributed layer.
- Scatter the Cheese: Sprinkle 4 oz (120g) of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese evenly over the pears for creamy, tangy bites in every slice.
- Bake: Place the prepared flatbread on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the base is crisp.
- Final Touches: Remove the flatbread from the oven and immediately drizzle 1/4 cup (60ml) of honey over the top. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup (30g) chopped walnuts, a handful of fresh arugula leaves, and freshly cracked black pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute Gorgonzola cheese with goat cheese or blue cheese according to your preference.
- For a different nutty flavor, try using pecans instead of walnuts.
- Serve this flatbread warm for the best texture and taste.
- The puff pastry can be replaced with a pre-made flatbread for a quicker preparation.
