Name: Sausage Ricotta Honey Hot Pizza in 5 Easy Steps for the Ultimate Sweet-Heat Slice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 ball of pizza dough (homemade or store-bought); 1/2 cup pizza sauce or crushed San Marzano tomatoes; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup cooked spicy Italian sausage (crumbled); 1/2 cup ricotta cheese; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tbsp olive oil; Hot honey, for drizzling; Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Description

Sausage Ricotta Honey Hot Pizza is the perfect combination of bold, spicy, creamy, and sweet flavors. The spicy Italian sausage adds a kick, while the creamy ricotta cheese balances the heat. The drizzle of hot honey takes this pizza to the next level, bringing a delightful sweetness that contrasts beautifully with the other savory ingredients. With a crispy, golden crust, this gourmet pizza is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, making it an ideal choice for pizza night at home.

Ingredients

1 ball of pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)

1/2 cup pizza sauce or crushed San Marzano tomatoes

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup cooked spicy Italian sausage (crumbled)

1/2 cup ricotta cheese

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

1 tbsp olive oil

Hot honey, for drizzling

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness.
Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined pizza peel or baking sheet.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the base, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Scatter the crumbled sausage on top and spoon dollops of ricotta across the pizza. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if using.
Drizzle with olive oil, then transfer the pizza (with parchment) onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Remove from the oven, drizzle with hot honey, and top with fresh basil if desired. Slice and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor and texture, add sautéed onions, bell peppers, or spinach to the pizza.

Swap ricotta for goat cheese or cream cheese for a different creamy flavor.

If you like it extra spicy, add more red pepper flakes or drizzle chili oil over the pizza before baking.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 35mg