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Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza

Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Experience the delicious blend of creamy ricotta and spicy honey in this Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza recipe. It's quick and full of flavor!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 pack Pre-made pizza dough Homemade or store-bought.
For the Pizza Toppings
  • 1 cup Fresh ricotta cheese Creamy richness; cottage cheese as alternative.
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Provolone is a delightful alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Hot honey Regular honey with cayenne as substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Other neutral oils will work.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Fresh oregano can brighten flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic is an alternative.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Garnishes
  • a handful Fresh basil leaves Adds freshness.
  • to taste Crushed red pepper flakes For extra kick.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pizza stone or baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pre-made pizza dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  3. Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet and brush olive oil over it.
  4. Spread the fresh ricotta cheese evenly across the dough, leaving space for a crust.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the ricotta layer.
  6. Season with dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden-brown.
  8. Drizzle hot honey over the top immediately after baking.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and optional crushed red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This pizza is best enjoyed fresh from the oven. Pair it with a light salad for a complete meal experience.

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