Sweet-Spicy Pepperoni Pizza (Printable Version)
Sprinkled with mozzarella, pepperoni slices, fresh basil ricotta, and hot honey for the ultimate mix of sweet and spicy flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ Pizza Base
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¾ cup of marinara sauce
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1 ball of pizza dough
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2 cups shredded mozzarella, or a mix with provolone
→ Toppings
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⅓ cup of creamy ricotta
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15 slices of pepperoni
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2 spoons of spicy honey
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1 tablespoon chopped basil, plus extra to sprinkle on top
# Steps:
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Fire up your oven to its max setting, ideally 550°F. Dust some flour on your dough and work it into a 14-inch round, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust. Use parchment paper with a pizza steel/stone or just a floured baking tray.
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Smear marinara over the center of your dough, stopping about an inch from the edge. Toss on mozzarella cheese, then spread out the pepperoni evenly.
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Mix fresh basil into the ricotta in a separate bowl, then spoon little dollops all over your pizza.
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Pop the pizza in for about 10 minutes until the crust goes golden and cheese starts to brown. For a pizza steel/stone, slide away the parchment after 2 minutes. Rotate halfway through for even cooking.
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Scatter fresh basil leaves over the top and finish with a drizzle of hot honey. Slice and enjoy right away.
# Notes:
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This pizza’s sweet and savory combo will have you hooked instantly.
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The balance among spicy honey, pepperoni, cheese, and ricotta is unbeatable.
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Turn up the heat for the best crust by using a pizza steel or stone.
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You can skip parchment paper by sprinkling cornmeal on your pizza peel instead.