Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta (Print-Friendly Version)
A crowd-pleasing pizza featuring pepperoni, dollops of ricotta, and a sweet-spicy hot honey drizzle for unforgettable flavor.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ For the Pizza Dough
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1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
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Flour or cornmeal, for dusting
→ For the Toppings
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½ cup tomato sauce or pizza sauce
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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¼ cup whole milk ricotta cheese
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20–25 slices pepperoni
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1–2 tablespoons hot honey
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Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
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Red pepper flakes, for extra heat (optional)
# How to Make It:
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Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) or as hot as it will go. Place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to preheat for at least 30 minutes. Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch round.
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Spread tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border. Sprinkle mozzarella evenly across the top. Arrange pepperoni slices over the cheese, then dollop ricotta evenly around the pizza in spoonfuls.
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Transfer the pizza to the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 8–12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and browned.
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Drizzle hot honey over the pizza right after it comes out of the oven. Add fresh basil and optional red pepper flakes. Slice and serve immediately.
# Tips and Suggestions:
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Let dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before stretching
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Use high-heat baking methods like a pizza stone or cast iron pan
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Don't overload with sauce—too much moisture results in a soggy base
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Brush the crust with olive oil for a golden, crispy edge
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Use bread flour or "00" flour for optimal texture if making homemade dough