Caramelized Onion, Pear and Goat Cheese Flatbreads

Are you ready to explore a dish that combines sweet, savory, and tangy flavors in a way that simply astounds? Caramelized onion and pear flatbread topped with goat cheese does just that. This dish celebrates how contrasting flavors can enhance a meal, allowing simple ingredients to shine like never before. This flatbread impresses as an appetizer at dinner parties or as a flavorful dish any day of the week.

Caramelized onions add a rich sweetness and depth that's hard to resist. When cooked slowly for about 30 minutes, they turn a lovely golden brown, enhancing their natural sugars. This process not only creates a luscious base but also fills your kitchen with an enticing aroma.

Adding ripe pears introduces juicy delightful bites that balance the deep sweetness of the onions. Choosing varieties like Bosc or Anjou provides the ideal texture, ensuring the fruit holds its shape during baking.

Goat Cheese is creamy, tangy and complements the sweet pears and enhances the savory onions. Together, these ingredients create a layered flavor experience that is both comforting and sophisticated.

🍐 Caramelized Onion, Pear & Goat Cheese Flatbreads

Flatbread Dough

Ingredients

• 2 cups (260g) all-purpose flour

• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon maple syrup

• ¾ cup (175ml) cold water

• Olive or Grapeseed oil for cooking

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

2. Make a well in the center, add olive oil, maple syrup, and 2/3 cup water. Stir to combine, adding the rest of the water as needed.

3. Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth (about 1 minute). Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.

4. Divide dough into 3 equal pieces. Roll each into a disc ⅛–¼-inch thick.

5. Heat a skillet over medium with 1–2 tbsp oil. Cook flatbreads 1–2 minutes per side until golden. Keep warm under a towel.

Toppings

Ingredients

• 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• Pinch of salt

• 2 ripe but firm pears, thinly sliced

• 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled

• Optional: fresh thyme, arugula, honey, or balsamic glaze

Caramelize Onions

1. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat.

2. Add onions and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 25–30 minutes until golden and soft. Add water if they begin to stick. Set aside.

Assemble & Serve

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or turn on the broiler.

2. Top each flatbread with a layer of caramelized onions, pear slices, and goat cheese.

3. Optional: sprinkle with fresh thyme.

4. Bake for 5–7 minutes, or broil for 1–2 minutes until cheese softens and edges crisp.

5. Finish with a drizzle of honey or balsamic glaze and fresh arugula if desired.

Makes 3 large flatbreads