Description
A perfect balance of sweet and tangy, this flatbread features tart cranberries, creamy goat cheese, and peppery arugula, all drizzled with a balsamic reduction.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 pre-made pizza dough or flatbread crust
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 2 cups fresh arugula
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
- In a small saucepan, combine the dried cranberries and balsamic vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and cook for 3-4 minutes until cranberries are plump and the vinegar has slightly thickened. Set aside.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil and minced garlic. Brush the mixture evenly over the dough.
- Spread the cranberry-balsamic mixture over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is slightly melted.
- Remove from the oven and immediately top with fresh arugula. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a sweeter touch, add a drizzle of honey before baking. You can also use fresh cranberries if available, just increase the balsamic to help soften them.