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Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza

Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza: Sweet & Spicy Gourmet Delight

Indulge in a delightful Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza that perfectly balances sweet and spicy flavors for a gourmet experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 piece Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For flavor and crispy crust
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup Whole-Milk Ricotta Or part-skim ricotta for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Fresh mozzarella works well too
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Pecorino Romano can be used instead
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To balance flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Can substitute with fresh herbs
For the Hot Honey Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey Agave syrup for vegan option
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Add more for extra heat
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Can substitute with white vinegar
For Topping
  • Optional Toppings Fresh basil, crushed red pepper, chili oil, and extra parmesan

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Pizza Stone
  • mixing bowl
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. Combine honey, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
  3. Mix whole-milk ricotta, shredded mozzarella, grated parmesan, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and olive oil.
  4. Transfer pizza dough onto a floured surface and stretch into a 12-inch circle.
  5. Spread the ricotta mixture over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
  6. Bake for 10-13 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  7. Drizzle hot honey over the pizza once baked.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and extra chili flakes if desired, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and monitor baking to avoid overcooking.

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