Crispy Flatbread with Brie, Cranberries, Toasted Walnuts, and Hot Honey Drizzle Recipe
This Crispy Flatbread with Brie, Cranberries, and Toasted Walnuts is an irresistible blend of creamy cheese, tart dried cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and a spicy hot honey drizzle. Perfect for a sophisticated appetizer or a savory snack, the flatbread is baked until golden and bubbly, then finished with a warm honey infused with red pepper flakes and fresh thyme. A simple yet elegant dish bursting with flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 flatbreads (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion (Note: The recipe is inspired by Western ingredients and style, not Korean cuisine despite the tag)
Ingredients
Scale
Flatbread Base
- 2 flatbreads or naan
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Toppings
- 6 oz brie cheese, sliced (rind on or off, your choice)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup walnuts, roughly chopped and toasted
- Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Hot Honey Drizzle
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4–1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to heat preference)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the flatbreads.
- Prepare Flatbreads: Lightly brush each flatbread with olive oil on both sides to ensure crispiness and flavor enhancement.
- Add Toppings: Arrange slices of brie evenly over the flatbreads. Sprinkle dried cranberries and toasted walnuts over the cheese to add sweetness and crunch.
- Bake: Place the flatbreads on a baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the brie is melted and bubbly and the flatbreads are crisp and golden brown.
- Make Hot Honey Drizzle: While the flatbreads bake, combine the honey and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Warm gently over low heat for 2–3 minutes to infuse the honey with spice, then remove from heat.
- Drizzle and Garnish: Once the flatbreads are out of the oven, drizzle them generously with the warm spicy honey. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired for an herbal note.
- Serve: Slice the flatbreads and serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- You can use store-bought flatbreads or naan; any flatbread that crisps well in the oven works best.
- To toast walnuts, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes in the honey drizzle to suit your preferred spice level, starting with less and adding more if desired.
- The brie rind is edible, but if you prefer a milder texture, feel free to remove it before using.
- Fresh thyme not only adds flavor but also a beautiful presentation; substitute with rosemary or omit if unavailable.
Keywords: flatbread, brie, cranberry, walnuts, hot honey, appetizer, baked flatbread, savory snack, easy recipe
