OLIVE and WALNUT FLATBREAD, a tasty snack that can be prepared in a few minutes and perfect as an appetizer, savory snack, or quick bread for dinner. They are very soft if cooked in a pan, crunchy, and golden if you choose to bake them: two versions, same delicious result.
The recipe is really simple: few ingredients, quick dough, and here are these little rustic flatbreads that smell like home. The olives add flavor, the walnuts add crunchiness, and together they become the perfect match to serve these flatbreads on their own or alongside cheeses and cold cuts.
They are ideal if you’re looking for easy and quick ideas to bring to the festive table, for a dinner with friends, or as a bread substitute. And the best thing is that you can customize them as you like by adding herbs, grated cheese in the dough, or varying between green and black olives.
Whether you choose them soft, cooked in a pan like flatbreads, or crunchy in the oven, the olive and walnut flatbread is always a guarantee of success. Prepare them in advance, heat them up, and you’ll see them disappear in no time.
Join me in the kitchen today for olive and walnut flatbreads.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 15 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Stovetop, Oven, Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups flour (the one you usually use)
- 10 green olives
- 4 walnuts
- 5 tbsp water
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Steps
Chop the olives and walnuts into pieces.
Pour the flour with the salt into a bowl, add the oil and water, mix, and add the olives with the walnuts.
Knead well then roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut it into pieces, I made 15.
Press down each piece and place them on a parchment-lined baking tray, oil, and bake.
Bake at 375°F for about 15 minutes, keep an eye on the oven, or in an air fryer at 375°F for 10-12 minutes turning them.
Bon appétit
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OLIVE and WALNUT FLATBREAD
Why choose olive and walnut flatbread
These savory flatbreads are a cross between bread and focaccia, and the great thing is you can decide whether to cook them in a pan for a softer version or in the oven for a crunchy, golden one.
They are great for:
pairing with cheeses and cold cuts,
serving as a tasty appetizer,
replacing bread on the table,
enhancing a buffet or homemade aperitif.
Practical tips
👉 For the best result, roll out the dough thinly if you want them crunchy, thicker if you prefer a soft texture.
👉 You can prepare them in advance and heat them a few minutes before serving: they remain delicious even the next day.
👉 Try them also as a snack with fresh cheeses: a surprising combination!
Ideas and tasty variations
If you don’t like walnuts, you can replace them with almonds or hazelnuts.
Black olives provide a bolder flavor, while green give a more delicate note.
A sprinkle of rosemary or oregano will make your flatbreads even more fragrant.
For a lighter version, you can reduce the cheese or substitute it with some Greek yogurt in the dough.
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FAQ OLIVE and WALNUT FLATBREAD
Can I freeze the flatbreads?
Yes, both raw and cooked. Just heat them in the oven or pan to regain their crispness.
Are they similar to schiacciatine?
Pretty much. They are small flattened breads enriched with olives, walnuts, or cheese.
Is it better to use a pan, the oven, or an air fryer?
It depends on your taste: in a pan they turn out “fried”, in the oven they become crunchy and golden.
What cheese should I use to enrich them?
You can choose a grated aged cheese like parmesan or pecorino, or opt for a melting cheese in the dough.
Are they suitable as a holiday appetizer?
Perfect! You can cut them into squares and serve them with cold cuts and cheese: a simple snack that everyone always likes.
Can I make them without walnuts?
Yes, you can substitute with almonds or hazelnuts, or eliminate them altogether.
