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Honey Roasted Fig and Goat Cheese Flatbread

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A quick and easy flatbread topped with honey roasted figs, creamy goat cheese, and fresh arugula, perfect for a savory snack or appetizer.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 large pre-made flatbread (about 1012 inches)
  • 68 medium ripe figs, quartered (or dried figs soaked in warm water)
  • 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons honey for roasting figs plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 cup fresh arugula, roughly chopped or whole
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the quartered figs with 2 tablespoons of honey, chopped thyme, and a pinch of salt. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Spread the honey-coated figs evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 12-15 minutes until soft and caramelized but not mushy.
  4. Place the flatbread on a separate baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  5. Remove figs from the oven and scatter them evenly over the flatbread. Crumble goat cheese on top.
  6. Bake the flatbread with toppings for 8-10 minutes until edges are crisp and cheese is warmed through.
  7. Remove from oven and pile fresh arugula on top. Drizzle with extra honey and grind black pepper if desired.
  8. Slice into 6-8 pieces and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

If figs seem watery after roasting, gently pat them with a paper towel before placing on flatbread to avoid sogginess. Do not overbake once topped; cheese should soften but not melt into a puddle. Use pre-made flatbread with sturdy texture to hold toppings. For gluten-free, use almond or chickpea flour flatbread. Can substitute goat cheese with feta, ricotta, or vegan cheese alternatives.

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