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Pear and Gorgonzola Flatbread

Pear and Gorgonzola Flatbread: Quick Comfort for Any Night

Delicious Pear and Gorgonzola Flatbread combines the sweetness of pears with creamy Gorgonzola, making it a perfect quick comfort dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry or Flatbread use store-bought for convenience
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil drizzle on the base
For the Topping
  • 2 medium Pears ripe, firm varieties
  • 4 ounces Gorgonzola Cheese can substitute with goat cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Honey adjust based on taste
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts can substitute with pecans
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Arugula Leaves optional but recommended
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly cracked

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface or place flatbread on a baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the prepared base evenly.
  4. Slice the ripe pears thinly and arrange them on the base in overlapping circles.
  5. Sprinkle Gorgonzola cheese evenly over the pears.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the base is golden brown and cheese is melted.
  7. After baking, drizzle honey on top, sprinkle with walnuts, and add arugula and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Experiment with different nuts or cheeses for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.

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