Hot Honey Pizza

A spicy-sweet twist on classic pizza, Hot Honey Pizza features a crispy crust topped with melty cheese, savory pepperoni, fresh basil, and a generous drizzle of hot honey for irresistible flavor.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 ball (about 12 oz) pizza dough
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 12-16 slices pepperoni
• 1/2 cup sliced fresh mozzarella
• 2 tablespoons hot honey (or more to taste)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• Crushed red pepper flakes, optional

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
2. 2On a lightly floured surface, stretch and shape the pizza dough into a 12-inch round.
3. 3Brush the dough with olive oil. Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
4. 4Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the sauce, then add the fresh mozzarella slices and layer on the pepperoni.
5. 5Bake the pizza on the preheated stone or baking sheet for 13-15 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
6. 6Remove from the oven, drizzle hot honey over the pizza, and top with fresh basil leaves. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired. Slice and serve immediately.