Ultimate Hot Honey Pepperoni Ricotta Pizza with Spicy Sweet and Creamy Elements | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the Pizza Dough:
• 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon cornmeal for dusting
• For the Sauce Base:
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• For the Cheese Components:
• 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
• For the Pepperoni Element:
• 4 ounces sliced pepperoni
• 2 ounces mini pepperoni (optional)
• For the Hot Honey:
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• For the Fresh Herbs:
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• For the Flavor Enhancers:
• 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
• For the Finishing Touches:
• Sea salt flakes
• Freshly cracked black pepper
• Extra red pepper flakes
• For the Ricotta Enhancement:
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh herbs, mixed
• For the Optional Additions:
• Arugula for serving
• Cherry tomatoes, halved
• Balsamic glaze
• For the Equipment Needs:
• Pizza stone or baking sheet
• Pizza peel or large spatula
• For Special Equipment:
• Pizza stone
• Pizza cutter
• Pastry brush
• Small saucepan