Cranberry, Almond & Herb Cheese Flatbreads

 Ingredients

For the flatbreads

• 4 small naan breads or flatbreads
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar or Gruyère
• ⅓ cup dried cranberries
• ¼ cup sliced almonds
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Pinch of salt

Optional finishing

• 1 tbsp honey
• Fresh thyme or parsley
• 1–2 tbsp grated Parmesan

 Instructions

1. Preheat oven: Heat to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare flatbreads: Place the naan/flatbreads on the baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil.
3. Season: Sprinkle with garlic powder, black pepper, and a small pinch of salt.
4. Add cheese: Spread mozzarella and cheddar/Gruyère evenly over each flatbread.
5. Add toppings: Scatter dried cranberries and sliced almonds over the cheese. Sprinkle with fresh thyme.
6. Bake: Bake for 10–14 minutes, until the edges are golden and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
7. Optional broil: For extra browning, broil for 30–60 seconds, watching closely.
8. Finish: Drizzle with a little honey if you like a sweet-savory flavor. Add fresh thyme.
9. Serve: Let cool for 2 minutes, slice into wedges, and serve warm.

 Nut & Allergy Information

• Contains: Almonds and milk/dairy.
• Gluten: Naan/flatbread usually contains wheat.
• Nut-free option: Replace almonds with pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds, or simply leave them out.
• Check packaged cranberries, cheese, and flatbread for allergy/cross-contact information.

 Approx. Nutrition

Per flatbread, assuming 4 servings:
~450–500 calories | 20–25 g protein | 45–50 g carbs | 20–25 g fat

Nutrition is approximate and depends on the flatbread, cheese, and toppings used.

Q/S

Can I use another cheese?
Yes. Brie, Gouda, provolone, or Gruyère work especially well.

Can I use fresh cranberries?
Dried cranberries are recommended because they provide the sweet flavor and work better as a topping.

Can I make it without nuts?
Yes. Simply omit the almonds or use sunflower/pumpkin seeds.

Can I use pizza dough instead of naan?
Yes. Roll the dough thinly and bake until the crust is golden and cooked through.

Can I prepare these ahead of time?
You can assemble them a few hours ahead and refrigerate. Bake just before serving for the best texture.