Description
This Blackberry Basil Ricotta Pizza is a unique and flavorful twist on the traditional pizza. The combination of sweet blackberries, creamy ricotta, and fragrant basil creates a delicious and summery dish that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Pizza:
- 1 (14 to 16-inch) unbaked pizza crust
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups blackberries (about 1 pint)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 10 large fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare Pizza: Brush olive oil over the pizza crust. Spread the mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly over the crust. Top with blackberries and dollops of ricotta cheese.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish: Remove from oven and sprinkle with chopped basil leaves. Slice and serve hot.
Notes
- You can customize this pizza by adding cooked bacon or prosciutto for a savory twist.
- For a touch of sweetness, drizzle honey over the baked pizza before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg