Pear and Gorgonzola Flatbread: A Gourmet Treat Made Easy

Experience the enchanting blend of sweet pears and creamy Gorgonzola in this Pear and Gorgonzola Flatbread, an easy yet gourmet dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 slices

Course: APPETIZERS

Cuisine: Gourmet

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 sheet Puff Pastry or Flatbread Store-bought options can save time; gluten-free varieties are also available.

For the Topping

2 medium Pears Thinly sliced; use ripe, firm pears for best flavor.
4 oz Gorgonzola Cheese Crumble; goat cheese or blue cheese can create a different taste profile.
1/4 cup Honey Adjust the amount to your liking.
1/4 cup Walnuts Chopped; pecans are an excellent alternative.
1 handful Arugula Adjust the quantity to suit your taste preferences.
1 tbsp Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for best taste.
Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Adjust the pepper to your preference.

Equipment

oven
Baking Sheet
Rolling Pin

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness and place it on a baking sheet.
Drizzle olive oil evenly over the base.
Arrange thin slices of pear slightly overlapping across the base.
Scatter the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese over the pear layer.
Place in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes until golden and crisp.
Drizzle honey over the flatbread, and finish with walnuts, arugula, and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, pre-bake the puff pastry briefly before adding toppings to maintain crispiness.

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