Easy Apple & Cheese Flatbread Pizza Recipe - fast dinner or fall appetizer! (2024)

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This easy apple & cheese flatbread pizza recipe makes for a delicious dinner or fall appetizer. Using seasonal apples and tasty gouda and asiago cheeses you can make these flatbreads in minutes. Great for a busy weeknight meal or for a fall party too!

You might also like this Asiago sausage flatbread pizza recipe!

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Lately I’ve been remaking old recipes and posts and I forgot how good they were. Today I’m remaking this easy apple and cheese flatbread pizza using naan bread and other tasty ingredients.

Using naan bread is a simple way to create flatbreads that you can eat for a quick dinner. And these flatbread pizzas make great appetizers. Just cut in smaller pizza and use tasty toppings.

Today’s naan pizzas combine sweet crisp apples, tangy cheese, baby spinach and the bite of red onion. No need to make your own dough when naan bread makes the perfect flatbread base!

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Recipe ingredients I used.

Below you can see the simple ingredients I used for these flatbread pizzas – naan bread, olive oil, gouda cheese, asiago cheese, baby spinach, red onion and sweet apple. I bought everything from Aldi so if you have one nearby you can get everything.

Note that originally I used peppery arugula for this recipe but I had a hard time finding it and the spinach was a good substitute. However if you have any fresh baby arugula try that for an added layer of flavor.

As for the other ingredients you can play around with other cheeses but I really liked these two and originally I had found chopped prosciutto ham at Aldi and all I could find this time was the thin slices but they were fine. You can use bacon in a pinch or even regular diced ham.

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I made two kinds of flatbreads today. Below the one on the right has asiago cheese, apples, prosciutto and red onion. The flatbread on the left has Gouda cheese, apples and red onion.

Both were delicious to me. My hubby liked the asiago and I liked the gouda. Gouda is creamy and melty while asiago cheese is sharper and had more bite. Both worked well with the sweetness of the apples and naan bread makes the best flatbread base or pizza crust.

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How to make this easy apple and cheese flatbread pizza.

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a baking tray with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Lay naan bread on a prepared baking sheet. Brush olive oil over the entire surface of the bread.
  3. Chop the spinach and add to make a layer on the naan.
  4. Next sprinkle gouda cheese on one flatbread and asiago on the other.
  5. Thinly slice the apple and lay those in a single layer over the cheese and then add more cheese over the apple layer.
  6. Lastly thinly slice the red onion and place a few on top of the cheese and then sprinkle the chopped prosciutto ham. You could season with salt and black pepper but with the ham and cheese I think it provides enough salt. Also you can add a sprinkling of hot pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
  7. Place in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Note cooking times may vary. If you have leftovers you can place them in airtight containers or just use some plastic wrap on them. (Please scroll down to see the printable recipe card.)
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So the layers go like this: spinach -> cheese -> apple slices -> more cheese -> thin red onion and prosciutto.

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These flatbread pizzas make great appetizers for a party!

I’ve made flatbread pizzas for a party as appetizers many times. You can use all kinds of toppings and the naan is super flavorful.

What I did is instead of cutting these as I would a pizza, I cut them into smaller pizzas. Try this recipe or one of my other flatbread recipes such as and a .

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Other topping combinations to try.

You can really play around with the flatbread ingredients but here are few for you to try or make your own flavor combination.

  • pear slices, goat cheese, spinach and walnuts
  • feta, spinach, tomatoes and olives
  • bacon, baby kale, caramelized onions, gouda cheese
  • swiss or gruyere cheese, ham, bacon and red onion
  • blue cheese, figs, arugula and fresh thyme
  • mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce and your favorite pizza toppings
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You can try different kinds of apples (honey crisp, fuji, Granny Smith) or other fruit and cheeses (blue cheese, goat cheese, manchego, white cheddar) combinations for different tastes.

This easy flatbread recipe makes a quick and easy dinner or as an appetizer for a party. This is a great way to use tasty fall apples and cheeses. Enjoy!

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Easy Apple and Cheese Flatbread Pizza Recipe

Yield: 8

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

These easy apple & cheese flatbread pizzas are made from naan bread and make for a delicious meal or appetizer. Using seasonal apples and tasty cheeses you can make these flatbreads in minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 naan breads
  • 1 apple thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup shredded gouda cheese
  • 1 cup baby spinach, chopped (or arugula)
  • 1 cup asiago cheese, shredded
  • 1 oz prosciutto, finely chopped
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray
  2. Place both naan breads on a cookie sheet sprayed with oil and brush olive oil over them making sure to get the crust area well.
  3. Lay the chopped spinach or arugula on both flatbreads.
  4. Sprinkle ½ of the gouda on one flatbread and ½ of the asiago on the other.
  5. Layer a few pieces of the apple on top of the cheese for both flatbreads.
  6. Sprinkle the rest of the gouda on the gouda flatbread and the rest of the asiago o the asiago flatbread.
  7. Add the red onion slices on both flatbreads and then sprinkle the chopped prosciutto on both.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes. If you want the cheese to brown more, place under the broiler for an additional minute or two.
Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 208Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 406mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 10g

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Comments

  1. Debbie

    The flavors sound delicious with these flatbreads! This looks like a fun new recipe to try soon.

    Reply

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Easy Apple & Cheese Flatbread Pizza Recipe - fast dinner or fall appetizer! (2024)

FAQs

What is the difference between flatbread pizza and pizza? ›

But the difference between the two really comes down to the ingredients, they both need flour, water, and salt, but pizza dough has an additional ingredient, yeast. Pizza dough is a leavened dough where flatbread is unleavened, giving it that flat texture.

What made pizza different to other flatbread eaten at the time? ›

It's in the Dough

The main technical different between flatbread and pizza lies in the dough used. Flatbread calls for unleavened dough, or, dough that doesn't use yeast. Pizza requires dough that has been made using yeast and allowed to rise for a certain amount of time.

What is flatbread in pizza? ›

Flatbread pizza is just that– flatter pizza. Since it's flatter, it doesn't require as much yeast or rise time and is perfectly manageable if you've never made homemade bread before. This flatbread is similar to my focaccia, another simple homemade bread recipe.

Does flatbread pizza have crust? ›

Flatbread pizza often has a thinner crust compared to traditional pizza.

Is flatbread pizza healthier than regular pizza? ›

Flatbread pizza is a thinner and lighter option than traditional pizza, reducing calories and carbohydrates. Opt for whole grain or whole wheat flatbread for added nutrition and fiber.

Why is my flatbread pizza soggy? ›

The steam from the base can't escape, so it condenses on your crispy surface and turns it wet and soggy. Use a pizza stone or a pan with holes to get a crispy pizza crust. A pizza stone will keep your pizza hot and its porousness will absorb some condensation.

What country did flatbread pizza originate from? ›

The flatbread pizza as we know it today first appeared in Naples in the 18th century. After tomatoes arrived in Europe via the New world, poor people would top their flatbreads with tomato sauce (which they called "salsa"), cheese, anchovies, and other inexpensive toppings.

How healthy are flatbreads? ›

Other flatbread dough variations include a fat like olive oil or butter. Is flatbread healthy? Yes! It's one of the healthiest breads you can make because it's low in calories and fat but high in fiber.

In what country did traditional flatbread is often considered to be the progenitor to the pizza we know and love today? ›

Who Invented Pizza? The pizza we know and love today — with tomato sauce, melted cheese, and toppings — was invented in Naples, Italy in the mid-1700s. But the beginnings of the cuisine date back to Ancient Greece and Rome, where flatbreads topped with olives, onions, and other fresh ingredients were made.

What to serve with flatbread pizza? ›

30 of Our Favorite Sides to Serve with Pizza
  • 1 / 30. Garlic Green Beans. ...
  • 2 / 30. Grilled Romaine. ...
  • 3 / 30. Roasted Parmesan Asparagus. ...
  • 4 / 30. Vegetarian Italian Chopped Salad. ...
  • 5 / 30. Cacio e Pepe Broccoli. ...
  • 6 / 30. Caesar Salad with Garlic Butter Breadcrumbs. ...
  • 7 / 30. Veggie-Packed Chopped Salad. ...
  • 8 / 30. Caesar Roasted Broccoli.

What can I eat with flatbread? ›

Best Combinations
  • Blue cheese, caramelized onion, pear and aged balsamic vinegar.
  • Pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, onion and red bell pepper.
  • Scrambled eggs, tomato, spinach and cheese of your choice.
  • Cooked ground meat with taco seasonings or canned chili beans, diced green bell pepper, tomato, onion, cheddar cheese.

What are the little crumbs on the bottom of pizza? ›

That's cornmeal, hands down. The main reason you sprinkle cornmeal or flour onto the bottom of your pizza tray or pizza stone is so that it will stick to the bottom of the pizza dough. This way when it cooks it won't stick to the pan.

What is the difference between naan and flatbread? ›

Ingredients: Pita bread contains just flour, water, salt, and yeast. Naan uses flour, water, salt, yeast, yogurt, oil, and sometimes egg. Naan often has other flavor ingredients added, while pita on its own is quite plain. Texture: Naan is a larger and softer bread, typically oval in shape.

What is the key difference between pizza and flatbread? ›

In general, pizza crusts have a chew to them. Even the thinnest, most cracker-like crust of a St. Louis-style pizza still has a chew to it. Conversely, most flatbreads are crispy and without a chew.

Are flatbreads like pizza? ›

In a classic pizza, yeast is added to the dough mixture, which allows it to rise and create a soft, airy texture as it bakes. On the other hand, flatbreads usually lack yeast or any kind of leavening agent, which creates its signature flat and crispy crust.

Is flatbread pizza the same as thin-crust? ›

However, in most culinary circles, it is generally agreed-upon that the main difference is that flatbread is thinner and crispier than pizza crust. According to some, even thin-crust pizza should be thicker and chewier than flatbread, which should have a much more crusty, crumbly texture.

What does flatbread taste like? ›

Popular flatbread is a lot like a cross between pita bread and naan. There really is no such thing as an American flatbread, but the flatbread you see everywhere looks, feels, and tastes a lot like pita and naan. For some, it tastes too much like it's baked in a commercial bakery with extra ingredients.

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