Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza for Blissful Summer Nights

This Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza combines spicy pepperoni, creamy ricotta, and sweet hot honey for a summer delight.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 12

Total Time 32

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pizza Base

1 package Pizza Dough Use pre-made dough for convenience or make your own.
1 cup Tomato Sauce Pesto can be a delightful alternative.

For the Toppings

2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Opt for fresh mozzarella for maximum meltability.
1 cup Pepperoni Turkey pepperoni works well for a lighter option.
1 cup Ricotta Cheese Dolloping creates lovely texture.
1/4 cup Hot Honey Homemade hot honey is a mix of honey and chili flakes.
1/4 cup Fresh Basil Optional but enhances presentation.
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Add more for extra heat.

Equipment

Pizza Stone
Baking sheet
Rolling Pin

Method

Directions

Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone in for 30 minutes.
Sprinkle flour on a clean surface and roll out your pizza dough into a 12-inch round.
Spread tomato sauce over the rolled dough, leaving a ½-inch border.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce evenly.
Arrange pepperoni slices over the cheese and dollop ricotta around the pizza.
Bake pizza in the preheated oven for 8-12 minutes or until golden brown.
Drizzle hot honey over the pizza after removing from the oven.
Add fresh basil and red pepper flakes as finishing touches, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Great for leftovers, which can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.

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