Description
Blackberry, Basil & Ricotta Pizza offers a delightful Mediterranean-inspired twist on classic pizza. Creamy ricotta, sweet blackberries, and fragrant basil leaves dance together on a perfectly crisp crust, creating a harmonious blend of unexpected flavors you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup (240 ml) ricotta cheese
- 1 cup (150 g) fresh blackberries
Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ cup (15 g) fresh basil leaves (torn)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Optional Garnish:
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 450°F (232°C), ensuring the optimal temperature for a crisp pizza crust.
- Gently stretch and roll the pizza dough into a thin, even circle, carefully transferring it to a preheated baking stone or large baking sheet.
- Using a spatula, spread a smooth, even layer of creamy ricotta cheese across the dough, leaving a half-inch border around the edges for a rustic crust.
- Delicately arrange plump, ripe blackberries across the ricotta base, distributing them evenly to ensure each slice gets a burst of fruity flavor.
- Tear fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them generously over the blackberries, allowing their aromatic essence to infuse the pizza.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil in a light, circular motion, then season with a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Slide the pizza into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and slightly caramelized blackberries.
- Remove from the oven and let the pizza rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to settle and the crust to crisp.
- Optionally, finish with a delicate zigzag of balsamic glaze for an elegant, tangy touch before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Elevate your pizza game with this unexpected sweet and savory masterpiece that blends creamy ricotta, juicy blackberries, and fragrant basil.
- Fresh ingredients transform a classic pizza into a gourmet experience that surprises and delights your taste buds.
- Balsamic glaze adds a tangy finish, creating a complex flavor profile that balances the richness of ricotta and brightness of berries.
- Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick elegant weeknight dinner that looks like it came from a trendy restaurant.
- Pro tip: Use room temperature ingredients for the best flavor integration and most harmonious texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking, Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg