Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta: 5 Ways to Spice Up Your Pizza

Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza is a delicious and easy recipe that combines spicy and sweet flavors for a great meal.

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Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it heats.
Prepare Dough: If using store-bought dough, let it rest at room temperature for about 20 minutes. If making homemade dough, follow your favorite recipe and let it rise.
Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. Aim for about 12 inches in diameter for a standard pizza.
Transfer to Baking Sheet: Place the rolled-out dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet or a pizza peel if using a stone.
Spread Ricotta: Spoon the ricotta cheese evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Add Pepperoni: Layer the pepperoni slices on top of the ricotta, spreading them evenly.
Sprinkle Mozzarella: Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, ensuring even coverage over the pepperoni.
Drizzle with Hot Honey: Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of hot honey over the cheese and pepperoni. Adjust the amount based on your spice preference.
Season: Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
Bake: Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or pizza stone. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Cool: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Garnish: Before serving, drizzle more hot honey on top and sprinkle fresh basil leaves for added flavor and color.
Slice and Serve: Slice the pizza into wedges and serve while hot!