Crispy Flatbread with Brie, Cranberries & Toasted Walnuts with a Hot Honey Drizzle
🥖 Description
This elegant yet easy flatbread brings together creamy brie, tart cranberries, crunchy toasted walnuts, and peppery arugula atop a crisp base — all finished with a luscious hot honey drizzle. It’s the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy, making it ideal for holiday entertaining, brunches, or a cozy night-in appetizer.
🍽️ Servings
Makes 2 flatbreads (4–6 appetizer servings or 2 main-course servings)
📋 Ingredients for Crispy Flatbread with Brie, Cranberries & Toasted Walnuts with a Hot Honey Drizzle
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2 store-bought flatbreads (naan, lavash, or pizza crusts)
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6 oz (170 g) brie cheese, sliced (rind on or off)
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½ cup (60 g) dried cranberries
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½ cup (50 g) chopped walnuts
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1 cup baby arugula (optional, for freshness)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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¼ tsp flaky sea salt
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¼ tsp cracked black pepper
For Hot Honey Drizzle:
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¼ cup honey
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¼–½ tsp red pepper flakes (to taste)
🔥 Instructions
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Prep
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment. -
Toast walnuts
Spread walnuts on sheet; toast 5–6 minutes until fragrant. Set aside. -
Assemble flatbreads
Brush each flatbread lightly with olive oil. Layer brie slices evenly over top. Sprinkle cranberries and toasted walnuts. -
Bake
Bake 8–12 minutes until edges are crisp and brie is melted. -
Make hot honey
Meanwhile, warm honey in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl; stir in red pepper flakes. (Infuse longer for more heat.) -
Finish
Drizzle hot honey generously over flatbreads. Scatter arugula on top. Season with salt and pepper. -
Serve immediately, sliced into wedges.
💡 Notes & Tips
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Brie Substitutes: Camembert or goat cheese work well if preferred.
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Crispier base? Use a pre-baked thin pizza crust or bake directly on a hot pizza stone.
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Make-ahead: Assemble and refrigerate (without honey) for up to 4 hours; bake before serving.
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Extra flavor punch: Add caramelized onions or prosciutto.
🧾 Nutritional Info (per serving, based on 6 servings)
| Nutrient | Approx. Amount |
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| Calories | 260 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |
(Values vary depending on flatbread brand and brie used.)
🌟 Benefit
This recipe provides a satisfying balance of textures and flavors while delivering antioxidants (cranberries), healthy fats (walnuts), and calcium-rich dairy. It’s visually impressive, quick to prepare, and perfect for serving guests without fuss!
❓Q & A
Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
A: Yes! Use a GF flatbread or cauliflower crust instead.
Q: What type of honey is best for hot honey?
A: Clover or wildflower honey works well — mild enough to let the spice shine.
Q: How spicy is the drizzle?
A: You control the heat — start with ¼ tsp flakes for gentle warmth, add more if you love spice.
Q: Can I serve it at room temperature?
A: It’s best warm! But it can be served room temp for parties and still tastes delicious.
