Blackberry Basil Ricotta Pizza
A sweet and savory gourmet pizza featuring fresh blackberries, creamy ricotta, and basil, perfect for summer dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 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
- Use low-moisture mozzarella to avoid sogginess.
- Thaw and drain frozen berries thoroughly.
- Add a drizzle of hot honey or balsamic glaze for extra flavor.