Description
A deliciously unique Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza featuring a crispy golden crust topped with creamy ricotta blended with garlic, melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and a spicy drizzle of warm honey infused with red wine vinegar. Garnished with fresh basil, this pizza offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- Cornmeal, for dusting (optional)
Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Toppings and Finishing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up as well to ensure a crispy crust.
- Prepare Dough: On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a roughly 12-inch diameter shape. If using, sprinkle cornmeal on your baking sheet or pizza peel to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ricotta: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to season the cheese evenly.
- Assemble Cheese Layers: Spread the seasoned ricotta mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Then, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the ricotta, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese. Optionally, sprinkle red pepper flakes on top for heat.
- Add Olive Oil: Drizzle the olive oil over the assembled pizza to enhance flavor and help the cheese melt beautifully.
- Bake Pizza: Transfer the pizza carefully to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese bubbles warmly.
- Prepare Hot Honey: While the pizza bakes, combine honey and red wine vinegar in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally until warmed through and lightly combined to create a tangy sweet sauce.
- Cool Pizza: Remove the pizza from the oven once baked and let it cool for a couple of minutes to set slightly.
- Finish with Hot Honey and Basil: Drizzle the warm hot honey over the pizza generously. Garnish with fresh basil leaves to add a fragrant, fresh touch.
- Serve: Slice the pizza into portions and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.
Notes
- Using a pizza stone improves crust crispiness but is optional.
- Cornmeal dusting prevents sticking and adds texture to the crust.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control the level of spiciness.
- Warm the hot honey gently; do not boil to preserve flavor.
- Fresh basil should be added after baking for best flavor and appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: hot honey, ricotta pizza, pizza recipe, sweet and spicy pizza, homemade pizza, easy pizza, quick pizza recipe
