mohamed shili This Grape, Rosemary & Ricotta Pizza is a sweet and savory recipe, which is made with juicy grapes and creamy ricotta. It’s a gourmet pizza topping, a unique dessert or breakfast pizza that’s surprisingly delicious, ready in about 15 minutes after the dough is prepped.
Grape, Rosemary & Ricotta Pizza Ingredients
A unique, sophisticated combination for an unforgettable dessert pizza.
For the Pizza Base:
- 1 ball of basic pizza dough
- Olive oil
For the Topping:
- A handful of good red and green grapes, halved and deseeded
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts
- A small handful of fresh rosemary, leaves picked
- 2 tablespoons vanilla sugar (or regular sugar)
- 1 tablespoon white wine
- 1 heaped tablespoon crumbly ricotta cheese
- Good-quality extra virgin olive oil
How To Make Grape, Rosemary & Ricotta Pizza
A step-by-step guide to this unique and delicious sweet-savory pizza.
- Prep Oven and Dough: Preheat your oven to its highest setting (250°C/500°F/gas 9), with a pizza stone or heavy baking tray inside. On a floured surface, roll or stretch your pizza dough out into a thin circle.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the halved grapes, pine nuts, rosemary leaves, sugar, and white wine. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes to marinate.
- Assemble the Pizza: Drizzle the pizza base lightly with a little extra virgin olive oil. Scatter the grape and pine nut mixture, along with all the juices, evenly over the pizza base.
- Add Cheese and Bake: Crumble little pieces of the ricotta cheese over the top and finish with another light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- Bake and Serve: Carefully slide the pizza onto the hot stone or tray and bake for 7 to 10 minutes, until the crust is golden and crispy, and the grapes are soft and caramelized. Serve hot.
Recipe Tips
For a perfect, pizzeria-style dessert pizza every time.
- How to get a crispy pizza crust? The secret is intense heat from below. Preheat your pizza stone or a heavy, overturned baking tray inside the oven at its absolute highest temperature for at least 30-45 minutes. Launching your pizza onto this screaming-hot surface is what gives you that classic, crisp base.
- Can I use a different kind of cheese? Yes. While the mild, creamy ricotta is a perfect balance, you could also use small dollops of mascarpone for a richer dessert pizza, or crumbles of a mild, tangy goat cheese for a more savory-forward version.
- Can I make this non-alcoholic? Of course. Simply substitute the 1 tablespoon of white wine with an equal amount of white grape juice or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- Do I have to use vanilla sugar? No, regular granulated sugar will work just fine. Vanilla sugar simply adds an extra layer of warm, fragrant sweetness to the topping.
What To Serve With Grape, Rosemary & Ricotta Pizza
Perfect accompaniments for this unique dessert pizza.
This delicious sweet and savory pizza is a fantastic dessert, brunch item, or appetizer. It is amazing served hot from the oven with:
- A scoop of high-quality vanilla bean ice cream
- A drizzle of honey or a balsamic glaze
- A glass of a sweet dessert wine, like Moscato d’Asti
How To Store Leftover Pizza
This dish is best enjoyed immediately.
- Best Eaten Fresh: This pizza is at its absolute best when eaten hot and fresh from the oven, when the crust is crispy and the toppings are warm and caramelized.
- Reheat: If you have leftovers, you can reheat slices on a hot, dry skillet or directly on the rack in a hot oven for a few minutes to re-crisp the base.
Grape, Rosemary & Ricotta Pizza Nutrition Facts
An estimated guide per serving (½ of the pizza).
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 95 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Fat: 18 g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Is this pizza sweet or savory?
It’s a wonderful and sophisticated combination of both! The roasted grapes and sugar provide the sweetness, while the rosemary, olive oil, and salty ricotta provide a savory, herbaceous balance.
Can I use a different herb?
While rosemary is a classic and robust pairing with grapes, fresh thyme would be an excellent substitute for a slightly different aromatic flavor.
Can I make this on a pre-made pizza base?
Yes, for a super quick version, you can use a store-bought pre-baked pizza crust. Just assemble the toppings and bake until everything is hot and bubbly.
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Grape, Rosemary & Ricotta Pizza Recipe
Course: DessertCuisine: Italian-InspiredDifficulty: Easy1
15
minutes10
620
kcalA unique and elegant sweet and savory pizza topped with roasted grapes, pine nuts, fresh rosemary, and creamy ricotta cheese. Perfect as a dessert, appetizer, or for a special brunch.
Ingredients
1 ball of basic pizza dough
1 handful of red and green grapes, halved
1 tbsp pine nuts
1 small handful fresh rosemary leaves
2 tbsp vanilla sugar (or regular sugar)
1 tbsp white wine
1 tbsp crumbly ricotta cheese
Extra virgin olive oil
Directions
- Preheat your oven and a pizza stone to its highest temperature (250°C/500°F).
- In a bowl, mix together the halved grapes, pine nuts, rosemary, sugar, and white wine.
- Stretch or roll out your pizza dough into a thin circle. Drizzle it lightly with olive oil.
- Scatter the grape and pine nut mixture, along with all its juices, over the pizza base.
- Crumble small pieces of the ricotta cheese over the top.
- Finish with another light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- Bake on the hot stone for 7-10 minutes, until the crust is golden and the grapes are soft. Serve immediately.
Notes
- A very hot oven and a preheated pizza stone are the secrets to a crispy, restaurant-quality crust.
- Don’t be afraid of the sweet and savory combination—it’s absolutely delicious, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- For a non-alcoholic version, simply substitute the white wine with white grape juice.
- This is a “white pizza,” meaning it has no tomato sauce, allowing the unique flavors of the toppings to shine.