Description
Roasted Cranberry and Goat Cheese Flatbread delivers a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors. Crisp flatbread topped with creamy goat cheese and caramelized cranberries creates a delightful appetizer you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) flatbread or naan
- 4 oz (113 g) goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup (150 g) fresh cranberries
- 1 cup (30 g) arugula or spinach
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (plus more for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped (optional)
Finishing Drizzle:
- Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick cooking.
- Combine cranberries with olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, ensuring each berry is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Spread the seasoned cranberries across the prepared baking sheet in a single layer to promote even roasting and prevent overcrowding.
- Roast the cranberries for 15-20 minutes, gently stirring midway through the cooking process to ensure uniform caramelization and soft texture.
- After removing cranberries from the oven, allow them to cool and slightly concentrate their sweet-tart flavors while maintaining their juicy essence.
- Position the flatbread on a clean baking sheet, creating a canvas for the upcoming flavor combination.
- Distribute crumbled goat cheese across the flatbread, creating a creamy base for the roasted cranberries and fresh herbs.
- Carefully scatter the roasted cranberries over the goat cheese, ensuring an even distribution of the vibrant fruit.
- Return the topped flatbread to the oven, baking for 5-7 minutes until the cheese becomes slightly melted and the flatbread warms through.
- Once baked, garnish with fresh arugula or spinach, adding a peppery green element to the dish.
- Finish by drizzling balsamic glaze and optional honey for an additional layer of sophisticated sweetness.
- Slice the flatbread into individual portions and serve immediately while still warm, showcasing the harmonious blend of flavors.
Notes
- Enhance the flavor by roasting cranberries until they burst, releasing their natural sweetness and creating a vibrant, jammy texture.
- Experiment with different herbs like thyme or rosemary to add depth and complexity to the flatbread’s taste profile.
- Make it gluten-free by using cauliflower or zucchini-based flatbread for a lighter, low-carb alternative that’s equally delicious.
- Elevate the presentation by mixing different types of goat cheese or adding a sprinkle of toasted nuts for extra crunch and nutty undertones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg