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Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza

Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza: Sweet, Spicy Perfection!

Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza elevates pizza night with its delightful fusion of flavors, combining spicy hot honey and creamy ricotta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 pizza dough Pizza Dough Can use store-bought or homemade dough.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Any favorite pizza sauce or marinara.
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Melts beautifully.
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Offers creaminess.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Classic topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Enhances heat.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Optional, for garnish.
For Brushing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For flavor and crispiness.
For the Sweet Kick
  • 1/4 cup Hot Honey Provides the signature flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • pizza stone
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Stretch or roll out your pizza dough into a 12-inch round on a floured surface and transfer to parchment paper.
  3. Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil and spread pizza sauce evenly, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
  4. Layer with mozzarella cheese, dollops of ricotta, and arrange pepperoni slices. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes.
  5. Slide the pizza onto the preheated stone and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden-brown.
  6. Drizzle hot honey over the baked pizza and scatter fresh basil leaves if desired.
  7. Let cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat slices in a hot oven or skillet.

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