Description

This Pear, Brie, and Cranberry Flatbread with Thyme is a delightful combination of sweet, savory, and tart flavors. Featuring a crisp flatbread base topped with ripe pear slices, creamy melted brie, whole-berry cranberry sauce, fragrant fresh thyme, and toasted nuts, this easy-to-make appetizer or light meal balances textures and tastes perfectly. Finished with a drizzle of honey and a pinch of sea salt and cracked black pepper, it’s an elegant and crowd-pleasing dish perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

Scale

Flatbread Base

1 (250 g) store-bought flatbread or naan
1 tablespoon (15 mL) olive oil

Toppings

1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
4 oz (115 g) brie cheese, sliced
¼ cup (60 mL) cranberry sauce (whole berry preferred)
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons (20 g) walnuts or pecans, toasted and chopped
Pinch of sea salt and cracked black pepper

Finishing Touch

1 teaspoon honey, for drizzling

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
Prepare Flatbread: Place the store-bought flatbread on the prepared baking sheet and brush its surface evenly with olive oil to help crisp the flatbread as it bakes.
Add Pear Slices: Arrange the thinly sliced ripe pear evenly across the entire surface of the flatbread, ensuring a balanced distribution of flavor.
Layer Brie Cheese: Nestle slices of creamy brie cheese between the pear slices, allowing the cheese to melt beautifully during baking.
Add Cranberry Sauce: Spoon cranberry sauce over the top in small dollops, distributing it evenly for bursts of tart sweetness throughout.
Sprinkle Herbs and Nuts: Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves and toasted chopped walnuts or pecans over the flatbread. Season lightly with a pinch of sea salt and cracked black pepper to enhance the flavors.
Bake: Place the flatbread in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes until the brie is melted and soft, and the edges of the flatbread are nicely crisped.
Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle the honey evenly over the flatbread. Add a few extra thyme leaves for freshness, then slice and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, use a ripe but firm pear to prevent sogginess during baking.
Cranberry sauce with whole berries adds texture and a more natural tart flavor compared to smooth sauce.
To toast nuts, dry roast them in a pan over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
This flatbread is best served warm to enjoy the melty brie and crisp edges.
Feel free to substitute walnuts or pecans with your favorite toasted nut or seed.
Leftovers can be reheated in a toaster oven or oven to preserve crispness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: flatbread, pear, brie, cranberry sauce, thyme, appetizer, easy recipe, fall recipes, festive snack