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Blackberry Basil Ricotta Pizza Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Blackberry Basil Ricotta Pizza is a delightful personal-sized pizza that combines the sweetness of fresh blackberries with creamy ricotta and a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, all atop a whole wheat crust. Infused with fresh basil and a touch of garlic, this recipe offers a unique, flavorful twist on traditional pizza that is both quick to prepare and visually stunning.

Ingredients

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Pizza Base

  • 1 Personal-sized whole wheat crust

Toppings

  • 1 Cup Fresh or frozen blackberries, (Divided)
  • 2 Tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 Cup Shredded Parmesan
  • 3 Tbsp Ricotta cheese
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Granulated garlic
  • 4-5 Fresh basil leaves, (Julienned)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure a hot cooking environment for a crispy crust.
  2. Prepare the cooking surface: Place a pizza stone or a cast iron skillet, large enough to hold the crust, inside the oven while it preheats to get it properly heated.
  3. Sauce preparation: Using a fork, smash half of the blackberries to release their juices and flavors, and set the other half aside whole for topping.
  4. Prepare crust base: Brush or rub the extra virgin olive oil evenly all over the whole wheat crust, then sprinkle it with granulated garlic for added flavor.
  5. Add the berry sauce: Spoon the smashed blackberries onto the crust in a rustic, uneven manner, allowing the juices to spread naturally.
  6. Cheese layering: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the berry-covered crust.
  7. Add ricotta cheese: Spoon dollops of ricotta cheese over the mozzarella layer to add creaminess.
  8. Top with whole berries: Scatter the reserved whole blackberries across the pizza for texture and contrast.
  9. Final cheese addition: Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan evenly on top of the berries and cheeses.
  10. Seasoning: Add salt and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preference.
  11. Prepare to bake: Using an oven mitt, carefully remove the hot pizza stone or skillet from the oven.
  12. Transfer pizza to hot surface: Gently place the prepared pizza onto the hot stone or skillet to start cooking immediately.
  13. Bake: Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheeses start to brown and the crust is crispy and golden.
  14. Add fresh basil: Remove the pizza from the oven and top it with the julienned fresh basil leaves for an aromatic finish.
  15. Serve: Slice and enjoy your delicious, fruity basil ricotta pizza while warm.

Notes

  • Using a pizza stone or cast iron skillet helps achieve a crispy crust by evenly distributing heat.
  • Fresh blackberries can be substituted with frozen, but if frozen, allow them to thaw and drain excess juice to prevent sogginess.
  • Adjust the amount of black pepper according to your spice preference; it complements the sweetness of the berries.
  • If whole wheat crust is unavailable, a regular whole wheat pizza base or thin crust can be used as an alternative.
  • For a vegetarian version, ensure the cheese does not contain animal rennet.

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