Description
Enjoy a unique twist on pizza with this Blackberry Basil Pizza, featuring a crispy crust topped with fresh blackberries, creamy mozzarella, tangy goat cheese, and aromatic basil. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish combines sweet and savory flavors for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup fresh blackberries, rinsed and dried
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Flour for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Lightly dust your work surface with flour. Let store-bought dough sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
- Roll out the pizza dough into a round shape, about 12 inches in diameter, ensuring the edges are slightly thicker for the crust.
- Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone, lining it with parchment paper if desired.
- In a small bowl, gently mash half of the blackberries with a fork. Leave the other half whole.
- Add a pinch of salt and pepper to the mashed blackberries.
- In another bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella and crumbled goat cheese.
- Sprinkle garlic powder into the cheese mixture and stir well.
- Spread the mashed blackberry mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving about an inch around the edges.
- Sprinkle the cheese mixture over the blackberry layer.
- Scatter the remaining whole blackberries over the cheese.
- Sprinkle the chopped basil leaves on top.
- Lightly drizzle olive oil over the pizza.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Monitor the pizza during the last few minutes; cover edges with aluminum foil if browning too quickly.
- Carefully remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes before slicing.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top before serving.
- Slice the pizza into wedges and serve warm.
Notes
- Dough Options: Consider making your own pizza dough for a personalized touch.
- Cheese Variations: Experiment with different cheese combinations for unique flavors.
- Herb Substitutions: If fresh basil is unavailable, try using other herbs like mint or oregano.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes