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Pepperoni Pizza With Hot Honey: A Flavor Adventure Awaits!

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Indulge in a delicious homemade Pepperoni Pizza topped with creamy ricotta, zesty olives, and fresh basil, finished with a drizzle of hot honey for an extra kick.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb pizza dough
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 4 oz pepperoni slices
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup green olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons hot honey
  • Olive oil for brushing
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  3. Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
  6. Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly on top of the cheese.
  7. Spoon dollops of ricotta cheese over the pepperoni.
  8. Add the sliced green and black olives on top.
  9. Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the pizza, and season with salt and pepper.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  11. Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves.
  12. Finish with a drizzle of hot honey before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, use spicy pepperoni or add crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Feel free to substitute olives with your favorite toppings like bell peppers or mushrooms.
  • Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes before slicing to avoid burning your mouth.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 14 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg