Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza
This Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza combines the classic flavors of pepperoni and mozzarella with creamy ricotta and a drizzle of hot honey, creating a satisfying balance of salty, cheesy, and sweet-heat.
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- 1 package Pizza dough — store-bought or homemade Stretch to a 14-inch circle with a 1-inch rim
Sauce and Cheese
- 3/4 cup Marinara sauce Use your favorite jarred or homemade sauce
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella Or a mix of mozzarella and provolone for extra melt
- 15 slices Pepperoni Use regular or turkey pepperoni
Finishing Touches
- 1/3 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon Fresh basil, chopped Plus extra leaves for garnish
- 2 tablespoons Hot honey Store-bought or homemade
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 550°F (or the highest temperature your oven can reach). If you have a pizza stone or steel, place it on the middle rack while the oven preheats.
- On a lightly floured surface, stretch the dough into a 14-inch circle, leaving the edges a touch thicker for a well-defined crust.
- Spread 3/4 cup marinara sauce over the dough, stopping 1 inch from the edge.
- Evenly sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella over the sauce and arrange 15 pepperoni slices on top.
- In a small bowl, stir the ricotta with the chopped basil and drop spoonfuls across the pizza.
Baking
- Slide the pizza into the oven and rotate it halfway through baking for even browning.
- Bake for 8–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove the pizza from the oven, scatter extra basil leaves on top, and drizzle hot honey over the surface.
- Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter pizza, use part-skim mozzarella and turkey pepperoni. Use plant-based ricotta and vegan shredded cheese for a dairy-free option. If hot honey isn't available, mix honey with red pepper flakes and cayenne for a substitute.