Fluffy golden crust with creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and warm spicy honey drizzle topped with fresh basil.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dough & Base
01 - 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, about 12 oz)
02 - Cornmeal, for dusting (optional)
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Cheese Layer
04 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
05 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Hot Honey
09 - 1/4 cup honey
10 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Garnish
12 - Fresh basil leaves for garnish
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 475°F and place pizza stone inside if available.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll pizza dough to a 12-inch circle. Dust baking sheet or pizza peel with cornmeal for easier transfer.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
04 - Spread ricotta mixture evenly over dough, leaving 1/2-inch border.
05 - Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.
06 - Drizzle olive oil evenly over the cheese layer.
07 - Transfer pizza to preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
08 - While pizza bakes, combine honey and red wine vinegar in small saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally until warmed and blended, about 2 to 3 minutes.
09 - Remove pizza from oven and let cool for 2 to 3 minutes.
10 - Generously drizzle hot honey over pizza. Scatter fresh basil leaves on top.
11 - Slice and serve immediately.
