That sounds absolutely delicious! Here’s a full recipe for Crispy Flatbread with Ricotta, Roasted Apples & Walnuts with a Hot Honey Drizzle β a perfect blend of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and spicy.
π Crispy Flatbread with Ricotta, Roasted Apples & Walnuts + Hot Honey Drizzle
β Ingredients (Serves 2-4 as an appetizer):
For the Flatbread:
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2 flatbreads or naan (store-bought or homemade)
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Olive oil (for brushing)
For the Topping:
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1 large apple (Honeycrisp or Fuji work well), thinly sliced
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1 tbsp unsalted butter (or coconut oil)
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1 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup
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Β½ tsp cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
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Β½ cup ricotta cheese
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ΒΌ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
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Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
For the Hot Honey:
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ΒΌ cup honey
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Β½β1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference)
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1 tsp apple cider vinegar (optional, for a tangy kick)
π₯ Instructions:
1. Roast the Apples:
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Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
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Toss the apple slices with butter, brown sugar (or maple syrup), cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
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Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 15β20 minutes, flipping once, until tender and lightly caramelized. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Hot Honey:
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In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the honey with the red pepper flakes (and vinegar if using) for about 2β3 minutes.
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Do not boil. Just warm enough to infuse the flavors.
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Remove from heat and let it steep while assembling the flatbread. Strain before drizzling if you donβt want the flakes.
3. Bake the Flatbread:
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Lightly brush the flatbread with olive oil.
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Toast in the oven (on a sheet pan or directly on rack) for 5β8 minutes at 400Β°F until golden and crisp.
4. Assemble:
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Spread a generous layer of ricotta over the warm flatbread.
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Arrange the roasted apple slices over the ricotta.
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Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the top.
5. Finish with Hot Honey:
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Drizzle with the hot honey just before serving.
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Garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired.
π₯ Serving Ideas:
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Cut into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.
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Pair with a glass of chilled white wine or a crisp hard cider.
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