Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza (Printable)

Fluffy dough with ricotta, bubbling mozzarella, and warm spicy honey drizzle

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough & Base

01 - 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, approximately 12 ounces)
02 - Cornmeal for dusting (optional)
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Cheese Layer

04 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
05 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Hot Honey

09 - 1/4 cup honey
10 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, adjust to heat preference)

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh basil leaves for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 475°F. Place a pizza stone in the oven if available. On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll out pizza dough to a 12-inch circle. Dust a baking sheet or pizza peel with cornmeal for easier transfer if desired.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
03 - Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if using.
04 - Drizzle olive oil evenly over the cheese layer. Transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbling actively.
06 - While the pizza bakes, combine honey and red wine vinegar in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally until warmed and blended, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Remove pizza from oven and let cool for 2 to 3 minutes. Generously drizzle hot honey over the pizza. Scatter fresh basil leaves on top. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The contrast between creamy ricotta and fiery honey creates a flavor experience that feels both comforting and adventurous.
  • It comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for weeknights when you want something special without the fuss.
  • Every bite delivers that addictive sweet-heat balance that keeps you reaching for just one more slice.
02 -
  • Don't skip the cooling step before drizzling the honey, or it will slide right off into the pan and you'll lose all that gorgeous flavor.
  • If your dough keeps shrinking back when you stretch it, it's too cold or hasn't rested enough, so give it ten minutes at room temperature.
  • A pizza stone really does make a difference, but if you don't have one, flip a heavy baking sheet upside down and preheat that instead.
03 -
  • Make a double batch of hot honey and store it in a jar, it's incredible on fried chicken, biscuits, and even vanilla ice cream.
  • If your oven runs cool, crank it up to 500°F and keep a close eye on the pizza during the last few minutes to avoid burning.
  • For the crispiest crust, brush the edges with a little olive oil before baking so they turn golden and crackling.
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