Blackberry Basil Ricotta Pizza
Savor the unique flavors of this Blackberry Basil Ricotta Pizza, where sweet blackberries meet creamy ricotta and fragrant basil. This vibrant dish transforms your pizza night into a gourmet experience, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners at home. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you can impress your guests or treat yourself to a delightful culinary creation in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 cup ripe blackberries
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it inside while the oven heats.
- On a floured surface, stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch round shape and transfer it to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread an even layer of ricotta cheese over the dough, leaving a half-inch border for the crust.
- Distribute the blackberries evenly across the ricotta layer.
- Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle olive oil over the toppings.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crispy. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (110g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg