Hot Honey Pizza
Hot Honey Pizza combines sweet and spicy flavors with gooey mozzarella, tangy sauce, and a kick of hot honey, creating an irresistible dish perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Pizza Ingredients
- 1 lb Pizza dough Store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup Pizza sauce Use your favorite brand
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese Shredded or sliced
- ¼ cup Hot honey Adjust based on spice preference
- 1 tsp Red pepper flakes For added heat
- 2 tbsp Olive oil For drizzling
- to taste Fresh basil Optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Place the dough on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the crust.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of mozzarella cheese on top.
- Drizzle hot honey over the cheese.
- Top with red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Cooking
- Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with olive oil and additional hot honey if desired.
- Garnish with fresh basil before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings. Experiment with different cheeses such as feta or goat cheese for added flavor. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes. Can be frozen before baking for up to 2 months.