Description
Looking for the best hot honey pepperoni pizza recipe? This one is quick, easy, and so bold perfect for simple pizza night ideas! Whether you’re after a fun party dish or a spicy sweet dinner, this pizza delivers every time. Great for sharing, impressing guests, and adding excitement to your meal. Save this easy pizza recipe for your next weekend treat!
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough ball
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 20 pepperoni slices
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Bring dough to room temp and stretch or roll out.
- Preheat oven to 475°F with pizza stone if using.
- Brush edges with olive oil.
- Spread tomato sauce, add mozzarella cheese.
- Top with pepperoni and dollops of ricotta.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Mix honey and red pepper flakes; warm slightly.
- Drizzle hot honey over pizza, add basil leaves.
- Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
- Try burrata instead of ricotta for extra creaminess.
- Serve with arugula salad for a fresh side.
- Store leftover honey in a jar for other dishes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American-Italian