Name: Hot Sausage Feta Honey Pizza Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 8 oz hot sausage (Italian or your choice), cooked and crumbled; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup tomato sauce or pizza sauce; 1/4 cup honey; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra spice); 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional, for extra flavor); Fresh arugula or spinach (optional, for topping)

Introduction

Experience a tantalizing mix of spicy, tangy, and sweet flavors with this Hot Sausage Feta Honey Pizza. Combining fiery sausage, salty feta, and a touch of honey drizzle, this pizza offers a unique twist perfect for an exciting pizza night. It’s simple to make and delivers bold, irresistible tastes.

A close-up view of a pizza with a thin, golden crust showing small char marks around the edges, covered in a layer of melted mozzarella cheese with some orange patches of browned cheese. Scattered generously on top are medium-sized pieces of cooked ground sausage that are dark brown with a slightly crispy texture, along with small dollops of crumbly, white ricotta cheese spread unevenly across the surface. The pizza is set on a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

8 oz hot sausage (Italian or your choice), cooked and crumbled

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup tomato sauce or pizza sauce

1/4 cup honey

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra spice)

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional, for extra flavor)

Fresh arugula or spinach (optional, for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it heats to ensure a crispy crust.

Step 2: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your preferred thickness. Transfer the dough onto a baking sheet or the preheated pizza stone.

Step 3: Brush the dough lightly with olive oil and pre-bake it for about 5 minutes until it starts to firm but is not fully cooked.

Step 4: Spread a thin layer of tomato or pizza sauce evenly over the pre-baked crust. Then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 5: Distribute the cooked, crumbled hot sausage evenly over the cheese, then sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese across the pizza.

Step 6: Bake the pizza for 10-15 minutes until the crust turns golden and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

Step 7: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Drizzle the honey evenly over the top for a perfect balance of sweetness.

Step 8: If desired, add fresh arugula or spinach as a topping. Slice the pizza and serve while hot.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the pizza before baking or add a pinch of Italian seasoning to boost flavor complexity.

Try swapping the hot sausage for spicy chorizo or a milder sausage to adjust the spice level to your liking.

Adding fresh herbs like basil or oregano after baking can brighten the flavors even more.

If you prefer a crispier crust, preheat your pizza stone thoroughly and bake directly on it rather than a baking sheet.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cheese instead of feta?

Yes, you can substitute feta with goat cheese or ricotta for a creamy, tangy touch. These cheeses complement the spicy sausage well and melt nicely.

Is it necessary to pre-bake the dough?

Pre-baking the dough helps set the crust and prevents it from becoming soggy under the sauce and toppings. This step is recommended for a crispier and well-cooked pizza base.