Description
This Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza offers a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, featuring a crispy 12-inch crust topped with tangy tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, creamy ricotta, spicy pepperoni slices, and a drizzle of hot honey for a delicious finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a vibrant twist on classic pepperoni pizza that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base and Sauce
- 1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup tomato sauce
Cheeses
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup whole milk ricotta cheese
Toppings
- 20–25 slices pepperoni
- 1–2 tablespoons hot honey
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside for at least 30 minutes to ensure a crispy crust.
- Roll Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch round shape.
- Add Sauce: Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about a half-inch border around the edges to form the crust.
- Layer Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then arrange the pepperoni slices evenly. Add dollops of ricotta cheese on top for creamy bursts of flavor.
- Bake Pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet and bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Add Hot Honey: Immediately after baking, drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of hot honey over the pizza for a sweet and spicy finish. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, use a pizza stone preheated in the oven.
- You can adjust the amount of hot honey according to your preferred heat level.
- Substitute pepperoni with your favorite cured meats or vegetables for variation.
- Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent topping slide.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best results.
