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sted Hazelnuts with a Warm Maple Drizzle Recipe

sted Hazelnuts with a Warm Maple Drizzle Recipe
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A deliciously crisp flatbread topped with tangy blue cheese, sweet apple slices, and crunchy toasted hazelnuts, finished with a warm maple syrup drizzle and fresh thyme garnish. Perfect as a savory-sweet appetizer or light meal.

Ingredients

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Flatbread Base

  • 2 store-bought or homemade flatbreads
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Toppings

  • 3–4 oz blue cheese, crumbled
  • 1 medium apple, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, chopped

Finishing Touches

  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • Fresh thyme for garnish
  • Pinch of black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for crisping the flatbread and melting the cheese.
  2. Prepare flatbreads: Lightly brush both flatbreads evenly with olive oil to help them crisp up beautifully in the oven and add a subtle richness.
  3. Add apple slices: Arrange the thinly sliced apples evenly over the oiled flatbreads, distributing them to cover most of the surface for balance of flavor and texture.
  4. Top with cheese and hazelnuts: Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese generously over the apples, followed by the chopped toasted hazelnuts for a crunchy contrast.
  5. Bake: Place the flatbreads on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the blue cheese has melted and the flatbread edges are golden and crisp.
  6. Warm the maple syrup: Gently heat the maple syrup in a small saucepan or microwave until warm to enhance its flavor and make it easier to drizzle.
  7. Drizzle and garnish: Remove the flatbreads from the oven, drizzle the warm maple syrup evenly over the top, then scatter fresh thyme leaves and finish with a pinch of black pepper for a fragrant and slightly spicy kick.
  8. Serve: Slice the flatbreads into serving portions and serve immediately while still warm and crispy.

Notes

  • You can substitute blue cheese with goat cheese for a milder flavor.
  • Using homemade flatbread or naan will give a fresher taste and texture.
  • For a nut-free version, omit toasted hazelnuts or replace with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower.
  • Adjust the amount of maple syrup to taste depending on your preferred level of sweetness.
  • Serve as an appetizer or a light lunch paired with a green salad.

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Keywords: flatbread, blue cheese, apple slices, toasted hazelnuts, maple drizzle, appetizer, vegetarian, easy recipe, fall recipe

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