Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza
A delightful pizza that combines creamy ricotta cheese with a sweet and spicy hot honey, all on a crisp pizza crust, making it a perfect dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Pizza Dough and Base
- 1 piece Pizza dough
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 cup Fresh mozzarella cheese Torn into small pieces
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
Toppings
- 2 tbsp Hot honey
- 1 cup Fresh arugula
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves
- to taste Balsamic glaze Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure a crispy crust.
- Roll out your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the rolled dough onto a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the dough and spread it evenly with your fingers.
- Spread a generous layer of ricotta cheese over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Baking
- Tear fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the ricotta.
- Season the pizza with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Bake the pizza in the oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle hot honey generously over the top.
Finishing
- Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes, then sprinkle fresh arugula and basil leaves over the top.
- If desired, finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze for an extra layer of flavor.
- Slice and serve hot.
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Notes
For a crunchy base, try baking on a preheated pizza stone. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.