Description
A sweet and savory gourmet pizza featuring fresh blackberries, creamy ricotta, and basil, perfect for summer dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 thin pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups fresh blackberries (divided)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 10 fresh basil leaves (chiffonade or torn)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
- Brush the crust with olive oil.
- Mash half the blackberries and spread over crust.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheeses evenly.
- Halve the remaining blackberries and distribute them on top.
- Dollop ricotta cheese across the pizza.
- Bake 10-15 minutes, until cheese is golden and crust is crispy.
- Add fresh basil in the final minute of baking.
Notes
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Use low-moisture mozzarella to avoid sogginess.
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Thaw and drain frozen berries thoroughly.
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Add a drizzle of hot honey or balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 220