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Air fryer cherry ricotta flatbread topped with creamy ricotta cheese, fresh cherries, and a sweet honey drizzle on a golden baked flatbread crust.
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Air Fryer Cherry Ricotta Flatbread - Sweet, Savory, and Ready Fast

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 store-bought flatbread or naan (about 8–10 inches) or 8 ounces pizza dough, rolled thin
  • 3/4 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup cherries, pitted and halved (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 1–2 teaspoons honey, plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze (or reduce balsamic vinegar on the stove)
  • 1–2 tablespoons chopped pistachios or sliced almonds (optional but recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for brightness)
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus a pinch for cherries
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Small handful of fresh basil or mint leaves, torn
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)

Instructions

  • Prep the air fryer. Preheat to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes. A hot basket helps the crust turn crisp.
  • Pat the cherries dry. If using frozen cherries, thaw and blot well. This prevents a soggy top.
  • Mix the ricotta. In a small bowl, stir ricotta with lemon zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of pepper until smooth and spreadable.
  • Oil the crust. Brush the flatbread lightly with olive oil on both sides. If using pizza dough, roll it thin (about 1/8–1/4 inch) and brush the top with oil.
  • Par-cook the base. Air fry the plain flatbread for 2–3 minutes until it just starts to firm up and lightly color. This step keeps the center crisp.
  • Assemble. Spread the ricotta evenly over the warm base, leaving a small border. Scatter cherries on top. Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the cherries to amplify their sweetness.
  • Air fry again. Return to the air fryer and cook 4–6 minutes until the ricotta looks set and the edges are golden. Check at 4 minutes—every air fryer runs a bit different.
  • Finish with flair. Drizzle honey and balsamic glaze over the top. Add chopped pistachios or almonds for crunch. Toss on torn basil or mint, and finish with black pepper and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like heat.
  • Slice and serve. Cut into wedges. Taste and adjust with a touch more honey or a few extra drops of balsamic if needed.