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Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza

Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza: A Sweet Kick to Your Dinner!

Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza is a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors that's perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 12 minutes
Servings: 2 pizzas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups bread flour All-purpose flour can be a softer substitute.
  • 1 packet instant dry yeast Ensure it’s fresh for proper activation.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor in both the dough and sauce.
  • 1 cup warm water 105-115°F, activates the yeast.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Adds richness and moisture to the dough.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used if well-blended.
  • 2 cloves garlic Provides aromatic flavor to the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Enhances pizza flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil Enhances pizza flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional, adds heat to the sauce.
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups low-moisture mozzarella cheese Melts perfectly for that gooey pizza texture.
  • 1 cup provolone cheese Optional, adds additional flavor complexity.
  • 10 slices pepperoni Provides savory, spicy notes.
  • ½ cup hot honey Infuses sweetness and heat into the pizza.
  • fresh basil leaves Optional, for garnish.
For Making Hot Honey
  • ½ cup honey Base ingredient for your hot honey drizzle.
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust according to desired spice level.
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil Adds extra kick; modify to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar Balances the sweetness of the honey.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • skillet
  • Pizza Stone
  • Peel or parchment paper
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups of bread flour, 1 packet of instant dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add 1 cup of warm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Dust your work surface with flour and knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and allow it to rise until doubled, approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
  4. While the dough is rising, heat a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté 2 minced garlic cloves for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in a can of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon of dried basil. Simmer the sauce for 15-20 minutes.
  6. In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup of honey, 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon of chili oil, and 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Simmer over low heat for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Preheat your oven to 500°F, placing a pizza stone inside for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Punch down the dough gently, divide into two equal portions, and shape each into a 12-inch circle.
  9. Transfer one pizza base onto a peel or parchment paper, spread sauce over the base, sprinkle mozzarella cheese, and arrange pepperoni slices.
  10. Slide the assembled pizza onto the preheated pizza stone and bake for 8-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
  11. Remove from the oven and drizzle with hot honey, garnishing with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pizzaCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For a thicker sauce, simmer crushed tomatoes longer. Adjust spice level in hot honey to taste.

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