Blackberry Basil Pizza with an Easy Flatbread Crust

An easy pizza for summer nights with a simple flatbread crust. This blackberry pizza is a flavorful combination with basil and ricotta it’s a girl dinner kind of pizza.

Savoring the Flavors: A Girl Dinner Kind of Pizza

Summer nights call for light and refreshing meals, and what better way to enjoy the season than with a delicious homemade pizza? If you’re looking to savor a unique combination of flavors, then you must try this delightful Blackberry Basil Pizza with an Easy Flatbread Crust.

The sweet and juicy blackberries burst with flavor, complemented by the aromatic basil leaves. The creamy and slightly tangy ricotta brings everything together, while the easy flatbread crust provides the perfect canvas for this unique combination.

If I’m being honest no one else in my family would eat this Blackberry Basil Flatbread Pizza. However, I love fun and unique pizza combinations like this. When I want to experiment with new pizza flavors these easy flatbread pizza are perfect! While the rest of the family enjoys their traditional choices, you’ll be savoring a slice of summer magic.

So, the next time you find yourself craving a pizza adventure, step out of your comfort zone and try this Blackberry Basil Pizza with an Easy Flatbread Crust. You won’t be disappointed!

The Crust: Creating a Foundation for Delight

Before we dive into the fun and unique flavors of this pizza, let’s start with the foundation – the easy flatbread crust. With just a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you’ll have a crispy and chewy crust ready to be topped with the goodness of blackberries, basil, and ricotta.

Easy Flatbread Ingredients:

• all purpose flour
• baking powder
• salt
• olive oil
• water

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Gradually add the water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough for a few minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for about 20 minutes.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface until it reaches your desired thickness.
6. In a skillet with a little bit of oil cook the flatbread for 2-3 minutes per side.
7. Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool slightly before adding the toppings.

The Toppings: A Symphony of Flavors

Now that we have our super easy flatbread crust ready, it’s time to layer on the flavors that will make this pizza a memorable experience. The combination of blackberries, basil, and ricotta creates a harmonious balance of sweetness, freshness, and creaminess.

Ingredients:

• parmesan cheese
• mozzarella cheese
• blackberries
• ricotta cheese
• fresh basil

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 450.
2. In a small bowl smash the blackberries, reserving a handful to top the pizza.
3. Spread smashed blackberries evenly over the cooled flatbread crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
4. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese.
5. Dollop on ricotta cheese and a few blackberries.
6. Place the pizza on a baking sheet and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the toppings are heated through.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes sprinkle with fresh basil before slicing.

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