This blackberry ricotta with basil pizza is perfect to make for brunch when you want to take it to the next level. Plus it has fruit, so it’s healthy, right?

Blackberry Ricotta Pizza with Basil

  • Prep Time:10 minutes
  • Cook Time:10 minutes
  • Total Time:20 minutes
  • Servings:2-4
  • Easy

    Ingredients

  • 1 pizza dough
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup blackberries, mashed
  • 1 cup parmesan, grated
  • 1 cup mozzarella, shredded
  • 3/4 cup ricotta
  • 1/2 cup blackberries, whole
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • Salt and ground pepper, to taste
  • 2-3 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
  • Balsamic glaze (optional)
Photo by Sasha Kran
  • Step 1

    Preheat oven to 450°F.

  • Step 2

    Roll out and knead pizza dough to about 12 inches in diameter.

    Photo by Sasha Kran
  • Step 3

    Drizzle with olive oil and use fingers or brush to coat well, especially the edges.

    Photo by Sasha Kran
  • Step 4

    Mash blackberries in a bowl with a fork and spread onto dough.

    Photo by Sasha Kran
  • Step 5

    Top with parmesan and mozzarella.

    Photo by Sasha Kran
  • Step 6

    Place dollops of ricotta evenly around pizza.

    Photo by Sasha Kran
  • Step 7

    Top with whole fresh blackberries, chopped green onions, salt and pepper.

    Photo by Sasha Kran
  • Step 8

    Bake in oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until crust starts to brown. Remove from oven and top with basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, slice and enjoy!

     

    Photo by Sasha Kran