Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza Delight Recipe
A delightful and easy-to-make hot honey ricotta pizza featuring a crispy crust topped with creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella, and a spicy-sweet drizzle of hot honey. This pizza is seasoned with oregano and garlic powder, then finished with fresh basil and optional crushed red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 1 large pizza (serves 3-4) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 pre-made pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Cheese Toppings
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Finishing Touches
- 1–2 tablespoons hot honey (to taste)
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish, optional)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (for extra heat, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure a crispy crust when baking your pizza.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the pre-made pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness, shaping it to fit your pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Add Olive Oil: Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet and brush the surface evenly with olive oil to enhance flavor and prevent sticking during baking.
- Spread Ricotta: Spoon the fresh ricotta cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust to crisp up.
- Sprinkle Mozzarella: Top the ricotta layer with shredded mozzarella cheese to add a melty, gooey texture.
- Season: Sprinkle dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper evenly over the cheese to build layers of flavor.
- Bake: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- Finish with Hot Honey: Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of hot honey over the top to add a spicy-sweet contrast.
- Garnish: Add fresh basil leaves for a fragrant finish and, if desired, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes for an extra kick of heat.
Notes
- Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust if available.
- Adjust hot honey amount based on your heat preference.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with arugula for a peppery twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best results.
- This pizza can be made with gluten-free dough to accommodate dietary needs.
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