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Sausage Ricotta Honey Hot Pizza

Sausage Ricotta Honey Hot Pizza

Savor the flavor explosion of Sausage Ricotta Honey Hot Pizza, a perfect blend of spicy and sweet ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Oven Preheating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 batch Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Store-bought or homemade
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese High-quality recommended
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Cooked Spicy Italian Sausage Or substitute with mild or vegetarian options
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
  • 3 tablespoons Hot Honey Regular honey for less heat
For the Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended
  • 1 handful Fresh Basil Leaves For garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • pizza stone or baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside to heat up for at least 30 minutes.
  2. On a floured surface, roll out your pizza dough to about ¼ inch thick.
  3. Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a parchment-lined pizza peel or flat baking sheet. Spread an even layer of pizza sauce on top.
  4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
  5. Crumble cooked spicy Italian sausage over the cheese.
  6. Dollop creamy ricotta cheese evenly across the pizza.
  7. Drizzle olive oil over the toppings.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and drizzle hot honey over the top.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers tightly wrapped in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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