Print

Savory Fig and Goat Cheese Flatbread Recipe with Honey and Walnuts for Easy Entertaining

fig and goat cheese flatbread - featured image
Print Recipe

A crisp, sweet, tangy, and nutty flatbread featuring figs, creamy goat cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a honey drizzle. Perfect for quick entertaining or a relaxed dinner.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water
  • 1 tsp (3g) active dry yeast
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
  • 1 tsp (5g) salt
  • 1 tsp (4g) sugar
  • 6–8 medium fresh figs, sliced (or dried figs rehydrated in warm water for 10 minutes)
  • 4 oz (115g) goat cheese, creamy and spreadable
  • 1/2 cup (60g) walnuts, roughly chopped and toasted
  • 2–3 tbsp (30-45ml) honey
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water (about 105°F/40°C), 1 tsp (4g) sugar, and 1 tsp (3g) active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Make the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour and 1 tsp (5g) salt. Slowly pour in the yeast mixture and 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil. Mix until dough forms, adjusting flour or water if needed.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. First rise: Lightly oil a bowl, place dough inside, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 45-60 minutes until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) about 20 minutes before baking. Place pizza stone in oven if using.
  6. Prepare toppings: Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant. Slice figs and crumble or slice goat cheese.
  7. Shape the dough: Punch down risen dough, roll out on floured surface to about 1/4 inch (6mm) thick rectangle or oval. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
  8. Brush dough lightly with olive oil. Evenly distribute goat cheese, figs, and toasted walnuts. Sprinkle with thyme and black pepper.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and crisp and cheese starts to brown.
  10. Remove from oven and immediately drizzle 2-3 tbsp (30-45ml) honey over hot flatbread. Let cool 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Watch the flatbread closely near the end of baking to avoid burning. Tent with foil if goat cheese browns too fast. Toast walnuts lightly to enhance flavor. Use store-bought flatbread as a shortcut. Let dough rest 10 minutes after rolling for easier stretching. Leftovers keep 2 days refrigerated; reheat in oven or toaster oven for best texture.

Nutrition

Keywords: fig flatbread, goat cheese flatbread, savory flatbread, honey walnut flatbread, easy entertaining recipe, quick appetizer, fig and cheese flatbread

Find it online: https://flurpchef.com/savory-fig-and-goat-cheese-flatbread-recipe-with-honey-and-walnuts-for-easy-entertaining/