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Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza

Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza: A Sweet and Spicy Delight

Experience the fusion of spicy pepperoni and sweet hot honey in this Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza, a dish sure to impress.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Warm Water Approximately 105°F
  • 3 cups Bread Flour All-purpose flour can work
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast Standard size is 0.125 oz
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For moisture and coating the bowl
Toppings
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Low-sugar options recommended
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Low-moisture preferred
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Can substitute with spicy Italian sausage
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional but recommended
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese Drain to prevent sogginess
  • 1/4 cup Hot Honey Add red pepper flakes for extra kick
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Substitute with oregano if needed
Final Touches
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Pizza Stone
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together bread flour and salt. Gradually pour in yeast mixture, stirring until shaggy dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Shape dough into a ball, coat with olive oil, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour.
  5. Preheat your oven to 475°F, placing a pizza stone inside if using.
  6. Once risen, punch down gently, transfer to a floured surface, and roll out into a 12-inch circle.
  7. Spread pizza sauce over dough, sprinkle mozzarella, and layer with pepperoni.
  8. Add dollops of ricotta, sprinkle with Parmesan and sea salt.
  9. Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  10. Remove from oven, drizzle with hot honey, and sprinkle fresh basil before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. For freezing, wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 2 months.

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