Goat Cheese & Pear Flatbread (Printable Version)

Crispy base topped with tangy goat cheese, fresh pears, caramelized onions, walnuts, and spicy honey drizzle.

# What You Need:

→ Flatbread Base

01 - 1 large store-bought or homemade flatbread, approximately 12 x 8 inches
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Cheese & Dairy

03 - 5 ounces goat cheese, softened
04 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened

→ Vegetables & Fruit

05 - 1 large ripe pear, thinly sliced
06 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Nuts & Seeds

07 - 1/4 cup walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Hot Honey

08 - 3 tablespoons honey
09 - 1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Sriracha or chili flakes, adjusted to taste

→ Herbs & Seasoning

10 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, plus additional for garnish
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the red onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and deeply caramelized, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
03 - In a small bowl, combine goat cheese and cream cheese, mixing until smooth and fully blended.
04 - Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the flatbread, leaving a small border around the edges. Layer caramelized onions and pear slices over the cheese. Scatter chopped walnuts and thyme leaves on top. Season with salt and black pepper.
05 - Place the flatbread on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cheese is warmed through.
06 - While the flatbread bakes, combine honey and hot sauce in a microwave-safe bowl. Warm for 10 to 15 seconds and stir to mix. Adjust spice level to your preference.
07 - Remove flatbread from the oven. Drizzle generously with hot honey. Garnish with additional thyme if desired. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Elegant yet easy: Looks like a gourmet dish but takes only 35 minutes to prepare.
  • Perfect flavor balance: Sweet pears and honey meet savory caramelized onions and tangy goat cheese.
  • Customizable: Easy to adapt for different tastes or dietary needs like gluten-free options.
02 -
  • Allergen Safety: Always check product labels as this dish contains dairy and tree nuts (walnuts).
  • Pear Selection: Use a ripe but firm pear so the slices hold their shape during the baking process.
  • Honey Drizzle: Drizzling the honey while the flatbread is piping hot allows the flavors to meld perfectly.
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