Gourmet Fall Pizza Recipe: Blackberry, Rosemary & Feta Perfection

This isn’t your grandma’s pizza — it’s fall, fired up. Blackberry, rosemary, and feta come together like a flavor mic drop: bold, unexpected, and straight-up addictive.

🍂 Fall in Every Bite

As autumn settles in, the air takes on that crisp edge that makes the kitchen feel like the best place in the world. It’s the season for flavors that feel grounded yet surprising — and that’s exactly and that’s exactly what this gourmet fall pizza recipe delivers. This blackberry, It’s bold, aromatic, and just sweet enough to make people stop mid-bite and ask, “What’s in this?”

The blackberries bring a deep, jammy sweetness that plays beautifully against the briny, tangy feta. Each bite walks a perfect line between savory and bright, rustic and refined. Fresh rosemary ties it all together — that piney, woodsy note that instantly evokes fall, bonfires, and good company.

🖤 Why You’ll Love This Gourmet Fall Pizza Recipe

🔥 Balances sweet, salty, and herbal flavors in every bite.

• Looks restaurant-quality but is easy to make at home.

• Show-stopping aroma and color — perfect for fall gatherings.

• Customizable: swap feta for goat cheese or drizzle honey for extra shine.

Ingredients & Equipment

🧰Equipment

• Cheesecloth

• Saucepan

• Rolling pin (optional)

• Large rimmed baking sheet or baking stone/steel

• Pizza peel (optional)

🧄Ingredients

3 whole black peppercorns

• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary

• 1 pint fresh blackberries

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest

• Juice of ½ lemon

• 1 (14–16 oz) ball pizza dough

• 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

• Freshly ground black pepper

• Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing the dough

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

How to Make This Gourmet Fall Pizza Recipe

Preheat and Prep.

1. Preheat the oven to 500°F if using a baking sheet, or as high as it will go if using a baking stone/steel (place your stone/steel in the bottom third of the oven before preheating). Let it heat for at least 30 minutes, then switch to Broil on high if using the stone/steel.

Make the Blackberry Compote.

2. Wrap the peppercorns and rosemary sprigs in cheesecloth and tie into a bundle. In a medium saucepan, combine blackberries, honey, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Nestle in the bundle and bring to a boil. Reduce to medium-low and simmer uncovered about 25 minutes, until thick and syrupy. Remove from heat and let cool.

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   Shape the Dough.

   Stretch or roll out your dough to a 12–14 inch circle. Transfer it to an oiled or parchment-lined baking sheet, or a floured pizza peel if using a stone/steel.

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   Build the Pizza.

   Spread the blackberry compote evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border. Sprinkle on the feta and grind some fresh black pepper over the top. Brush the exposed crust with olive oil.

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   Bake to Perfection.

   Transfer to the oven and bake until the crust is golden and the cheese begins to brown — about 8–10 minutes on a baking sheet, or 6–8 minutes on a stone/steel.

   
   

   Finish Strong.

   Remove from the oven, let rest 5 minutes, then top with chopped fresh rosemary. Slice, serve, and take a bow.

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Chef’s Notes

• Drizzle honey or balsamic glaze before serving for extra gloss and contrast.

• If your blackberries are tart, add 1 teaspoon sugar to the compote.

• Goat cheese also works beautifully for a creamier texture.

• Warm your BADASS Pizza Cutter before slicing for the cleanest cut.

  
  

⚡ Wrap It Up

That first slice says it all — crisp crust, glossy berries, and the kind of aroma that makes people wander into your kitchen asking what’s cooking. This gourmet fall pizza recipe isn’t just dinner; it’s a statement. Sweet, salty, and entirely unforgettable. So grab your BADASS Pizza Cutter, slice it clean, and serve it hot. You just turned fall flavors into an experience worth talking about — and that’s how legends get made, one pizza at a time.

🍷 Pair It With

This gourmet fall pizza recipe pairs beautifully with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc, a dry rosé, or a light amber ale. If you’re going alcohol-free, a chilled sparkling apple cider brings out the sweetness of the blackberries. Serve it alongside an arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette for perfect balance.

❓ FAQ About This Gourmet Fall Pizza Recipe

Q: Can I use frozen blackberries?Yes — just thaw and drain them first to avoid excess liquid in your compote.

Q: What’s the best cheese substitute for feta?Goat cheese gives a creamier texture, while ricotta salata keeps the briny bite without melting too soft.

Q: Can I make the compote ahead?Absolutely. Store it in the fridge up to three days; rewarm gently before assembling your pizza.

Q: How do I keep the crust crisp?Preheat your stone or steel for at least 30 minutes — that’s the secret to restaurant-style crunch.

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