Can I substitute the ricotta?

Yes! If ricotta isn’t your favorite, try goat cheese for tang or mascarpone for an extra creamy finish.

What’s the best hot honey brand?

You can grab Mike’s Hot Honey at most grocery stores, but if you want to DIY, just stir chili flakes into warmed honey. Easy peasy.

How do I store leftovers?

Keep slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to bring back that crispy magic.

Can I make this on the grill?

Absolutely! Grilled pizza adds a smoky twist that pairs beautifully with hot honey’s sweetness. Just make sure your grill grates are well-oiled.

Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza: 3 Bold & Cheesy Secrets

Description

This Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza is the ultimate sweet-meets-spicy comfort food. Crispy pepperoni, creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and a drizzle of hot honey make this homemade pizza bold, cheesy, and absolutely irresistible. Perfect for Friday nights, family dinners, or whenever you’re craving restaurant-style pizza at home.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Pizza Dough

1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Flour or cornmeal, for dusting

For the Toppings

½ cup tomato sauce or pizza sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup whole milk ricotta cheese, dolloped
20–25 slices pepperoni
1–2 tablespoons hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Red pepper flakes, for extra heat (optional)

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Instructions

Prep the oven and dough: Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) or as hot as it will go. Place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to preheat for at least 30 minutes. Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch round.
Assemble the pizza: Spread sauce over dough, leaving a ½-inch border. Sprinkle mozzarella evenly. Layer pepperoni slices, then dollop ricotta in spoonfuls around the pizza.
Bake: Transfer pizza to the hot stone or sheet. Bake 8–12 minutes, until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
Finish with hot honey: Drizzle hot honey immediately after baking. Garnish with fresh basil and optional red pepper flakes. Slice and serve hot.

Notes

Let the dough rest at room temp for 30 minutes before stretching for best texture.
For extra crisp, brush the crust with olive oil before baking.
If you can’t find hot honey, make your own by stirring red pepper flakes into warm honey.
Works great on the grill for a smoky twist!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Main Dish / Pizza
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (¼ pizza)
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 820 mg
Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 14 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg