Description
This Rustic Cranberry & Balsamic Glazed Flatbread with Fresh Herbs is a delightful combination of tangy-sweet cranberry sauce, rich cheeses, and aromatic herbs on a crisp flatbread crust. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a savory snack, it offers a balance of flavors and textures with a hint of freshness from arugula and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
Flatbread Base
- 1 pre-made flatbread or pizza crust
Glaze
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Cheeses and Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Arugula, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup, or place a pizza stone inside if you’re using one.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the cranberry sauce with balsamic vinegar until smooth. This tangy-sweet glaze will serve as the flavorful base for the flatbread.
- Spread Glaze: Spread the cranberry-balsamic glaze evenly over the flatbread with the back of a spoon.
- Add Cheeses: Layer the shredded mozzarella cheese over the glaze, followed by crumbled goat cheese for a creamy, tangy contrast.
- Add Onion: Arrange the thinly sliced red onion on top of the cheeses, spreading it evenly for a mild, sweet onion flavor in each bite.
- Season and Bake: Sprinkle a light touch of salt and pepper over the flatbread. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the crust is golden and slightly crisp around the edges.
- Garnish: Remove the flatbread from the oven and garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme for an aromatic touch. For extra freshness, add a handful of arugula if you’d like.
- Serve: Slice the flatbread and serve immediately, enjoying the blend of warm, melted cheese and sweet cranberry glaze with the fresh greens.
Notes
- You can substitute goat cheese with feta for a similar tangy flavor.
- Use either homemade or store-bought cranberry sauce depending on your preference and time.
- Adding arugula after baking adds a nice peppery freshness to balance the sweet glaze.
- For extra crispiness, bake on a preheated pizza stone if available.
- This flatbread is best served warm to enjoy the melted cheeses fully.
