Sweet & Tangy Summer Delight: Blackberry Pizza and Three Healthy Drinks
Summer’s Bounty: Blackberry Pizza, Blackberry Smoothie, and Blackberry Ade Recipes
Discover a delightful trio of recipes featuring fresh, in-season blackberries: a delicious homemade blackberry pizza, a refreshing blackberry smoothie, and a vibrant blackberry ade. Perfect for a light summer meal or a healthy beverage option.
Blackberry Pizza Ingredients (for 2 Tortillas)- 1 cup fresh blackberries (approx. 150g)
- 2 tortillas
- 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese (approx. 150g)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (approx. 100g)
- Parsley flakes, for garnish
Easy Blackberry Ade- 3-4 Tbsp blackberry syrup or concentrate
- 1 bottle (300ml) sparkling water
Creamy & Healthy Blackberry Smoothie- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries (approx. 75g)
- 1/2 cup frozen blackberries (approx. 75g)
- 1 cup milk (200ml)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt (100g)
- 1-2 Tbsp blackberry syrup or concentrate (adjust to taste)
- 3-4 Tbsp blackberry syrup or concentrate
- 1 bottle (300ml) sparkling water
Creamy & Healthy Blackberry Smoothie- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries (approx. 75g)
- 1/2 cup frozen blackberries (approx. 75g)
- 1 cup milk (200ml)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt (100g)
- 1-2 Tbsp blackberry syrup or concentrate (adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the Blackberry Pizza Base: Wash and pat dry 1 cup of fresh blackberries. Lightly mash them. In a blender, combine the mashed blackberries with cream cheese and blend until smooth to create a creamy spread. Evenly spread this blackberry cream cheese mixture over the two tortillas.
Step 2
Add the Toppings: Place a second tortilla on top of the spread on the first one. Generously sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top tortilla, followed by arranging the remaining fresh blackberries artistically. The combination of tangy berries and melted cheese is delightful.
Step 3
Bake the Pizza: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the prepared pizzas in the oven and bake for approximately 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Keep an eye on them as baking times can vary by oven.
Step 4
Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove the pizzas from the oven. Sprinkle a little parsley or your favorite herb flakes over the top for a fresh garnish and an aromatic touch. Serve immediately while warm for the best texture and flavor.
Step 5
Make the Blackberry Ade: In a glass, add 3-4 tablespoons of blackberry syrup or concentrate. Pour in chilled sparkling water and stir gently to combine. Adjust the amount of syrup to your preferred sweetness. Add ice cubes for an extra refreshing drink.
Step 6
Blend the Blackberry Smoothie: Combine fresh blackberries, frozen blackberries, milk, plain yogurt, and blackberry syrup (or concentrate) in a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Using frozen berries will give your smoothie a thicker, colder consistency. Enjoy this nutritious and delicious beverage!
