Brie and Apple Flatbread Recipe

Introduction

This Brie and Apple Flatbread is a delightful balance of creamy cheese, sweet apples, and fragrant sage. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a light meal, it combines simple ingredients for a taste that feels both fresh and comforting.

Ingredients

• 3-4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 pound pizza dough
• 2 small McIntosh apples (peeled, cored, thinly sliced)
• 6 ounces Brie cheese (rind removed and sliced)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
• Honey, for drizzling

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and position the rack in the middle.
2. Step 2: Drizzle the olive oil onto your baking pan or pizza stone to prevent sticking, then stretch out the pizza dough on top, ensuring it is evenly coated with oil underneath.
3. Step 3: Arrange the Brie slices on the dough, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
4. Step 4: Layer the thinly sliced apples over the Brie, then sprinkle with chopped fresh sage.
5. Step 5: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown on the bottom and edges, and the Brie has melted.
6. Step 6: Remove from the oven, drizzle honey over the top, transfer to a cutting board, and slice into 10 pieces.

Tips & Variations

• For added crunch, sprinkle toasted walnuts or pecans on top before serving.
• Try using different apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for varying sweetness and tartness.
• If Brie rind’s texture isn’t to your liking, you can substitute with Camembert or another soft cheese.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F for about 8-10 minutes to help the crust stay crisp and the cheese warm. Avoid microwave reheating to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought pizza dough for this recipe?

Yes, store-bought pizza dough works well and saves time. Just make sure to let it come to room temperature before stretching for easier handling.

Is it necessary to remove the rind from the Brie?

Removing the rind is optional, but it helps create a smoother texture and avoids any strong flavors that some find overpowering on flatbreads.

Brie and Apple Flatbread Recipe

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This Brie and Apple Flatbread recipe combines the creamy richness of brie cheese with the sweet and tart flavors of Macintosh apples, topped with fresh sage and a drizzle of honey on a crispy pizza dough base. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a sophisticated snack, this easy-to-make flatbread bakes to golden perfection in under 30 minutes.

• Author: Clara
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
• Total Time: 25-30 minutes
• Yield: 10 pieces 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Flatbread Base

• 1 pound pizza dough
• 3–4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Toppings

• 2 small Macintosh apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 6 ounces brie cheese, rind removed and sliced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
• Honey, for drizzling

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and position the oven rack in the middle to ensure even heat distribution.
2. Prepare Dough: Add the extra virgin olive oil to your baking pan or pizza stone, making sure to coat the surface well to prevent sticking. Stretch out the pizza dough evenly over the oiled surface.
3. Add Cheese: Arrange the sliced brie cheese over the dough, leaving about a ½-inch border around the edges to allow for dough expansion during baking.
4. Add Apples and Sage: Evenly distribute the thinly sliced Macintosh apples on top of the brie, then sprinkle the chopped fresh sage over the entire surface for added flavor.
5. Bake: Place the flatbread in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown on the bottom and edges and the brie has fully melted and started to bubble.
6. Finish and Serve: Remove the flatbread from the oven and immediately drizzle honey over the top for a subtle sweetness. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into 10 pieces for serving.

Notes

• For best results, remove the rind from the brie to prevent a bitter taste in the flatbread.
• You can substitute Macintosh apples with other tart-sweet apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith.
• If you don’t have fresh sage, dried sage can be used but use about half the amount due to its stronger flavor.
• To keep the flatbread crispy, serve immediately after baking.
• Make sure to oil the baking surface well to avoid the dough sticking during baking.

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