Description
This Rustic Cranberry and Balsamic Glazed Flatbread is the perfect mix of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, featuring a crispy flatbread topped with cranberry sauce, gooey cheese, and fresh herbs. It’s a quick, festive appetizer or a cozy weeknight dinner option that comes together in under 25 minutes! Whether you’re hosting holiday guests or just treating yourself, this flatbread is bound to impress with its vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made flatbread or pizza crust
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or fontina cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese (optional for added creaminess)
- 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh rosemary and thyme, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Flatbread: Place the flatbread on the baking sheet and lightly spray with olive oil. Spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the flatbread, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Add Toppings: Drizzle balsamic glaze over the cranberry layer. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella or fontina cheese on top. Add crumbled goat cheese if desired, followed by thinly sliced red onions. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the flatbread are golden brown.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh chopped rosemary and thyme, and add an extra drizzle of balsamic glaze if you like. Slice into pieces and serve warm.
Notes
- Make it Vegan: Use your favorite dairy-free cheese and ensure the flatbread is vegan-friendly.
- Add Crunch: Top with toasted walnuts or pecans for an extra layer of texture.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes to regain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of flatbread
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg