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Pear and Gorgonzola Flatbread Recipe

Pear and Gorgonzola Flatbread Recipe
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This Pear and Gorgonzola Flatbread is a sophisticated and easy-to-make appetizer or light dessert that combines the sweet juiciness of ripe pears with the tangy creaminess of Gorgonzola cheese. Topped with crunchy walnuts, fresh arugula, and a drizzle of honey, this flatbread offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures perfect for elegant entertaining or a special treat.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry or flatbread (store-bought for convenience)

Toppings

  • 2 pears, thinly sliced
  • 4 oz (120g) Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped walnuts
  • A handful of arugula leaves

Finishing

  • 1/4 cup (60ml) honey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Freshly cracked black pepper

Optional Substitutions

  • Swap Gorgonzola with goat cheese or blue cheese
  • Use pecans instead of walnuts for a twist

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Base: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and place it on a baking sheet. If using flatbread, place it directly on the baking sheet to prepare for toppings.
  2. Add Olive Oil: Drizzle olive oil evenly over the flatbread or puff pastry base. This adds flavor and helps prevent sticking during baking.
  3. Layer the Pears: Arrange the thinly sliced pears in slightly overlapping layers to cover the entire surface of the base, ensuring every bite has pear flavor.
  4. Sprinkle Gorgonzola: Evenly scatter the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese over the pear slices to add creamy, tangy richness.
  5. Bake: Place the flatbread in the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the base is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese has melted completely.
  6. Final Touches: Remove the flatbread from the oven. Drizzle honey generously over the top, then sprinkle with chopped walnuts, fresh arugula leaves, and finish with freshly cracked black pepper to taste.

Notes

  • For a nuttier flavor, toast the walnuts lightly before adding.
  • Pear ripeness is key; choose ripe but firm pears to avoid sogginess.
  • Substitute different types of blue cheese or goat cheese if preferred.
  • This flatbread is best served warm, straight from the oven.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in a toaster oven to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: pear flatbread, gorgonzola recipe, easy appetizer, elegant dessert, puff pastry flatbread, honey walnut flatbread

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