Description
This Blackberry Basil Ricotta Pizza offers a delicious and unique twist on traditional pizza with a combination of sweet blackberries, creamy ricotta, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil. The crispy crust, drizzled honey, and optional balsamic glaze create a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this is the ideal choice for a quick dinner or an impressive appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made pizza dough or your favorite homemade dough
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, preheat it as well.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a pizza peel or inverted baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the dough lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a border around the edges. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Distribute the fresh blackberries and basil leaves over the cheese.
- Drizzle the honey evenly across the toppings.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and, if desired, drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Let cool briefly, slice, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Experiment with different fruits like figs, pears, or strawberries for a fresh take.
- Add nuts like pine nuts or walnuts for a crunchy texture.
- Make it spicy by adding red pepper flakes or a drizzle of hot honey.
- Vegan? Swap ricotta and mozzarella for dairy-free alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 15min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
