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Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza with Arugula Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices

Description

This Hot Honey Pizza with Ricotta is a delightful twist on classic pizza, combining a crispy crust topped with tangy pizza sauce, creamy ricotta, sharp parmesan, fresh arugula, and a sweet-spicy drizzle of hot honey for an irresistible flavor balance. Perfect for a quick 30-minute meal that serves 12 slices.

Ingredients

Base and Dough

  • 2 tablespoons corn meal
  • 1 lb pizza dough (divided into two balls)

Toppings

  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk ricotta recommended)
  • 2 cups fresh arugula

Extras

  • 2 tablespoons hot honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pizza base: Lightly sprinkle corn meal on a pizza stone or pan. Roll out the pizza dough into two 9-inch rounds. Place the dough onto the corn meal-covered pan and allow it to rest for 15 minutes to relax the gluten. Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
  2. Add sauce and initial baking: Once the oven is hot, spread an even layer of pizza sauce over the dough. Optionally fold the edges of the dough to create a crust. Bake this base with sauce for 6 minutes to set the crust and warm the sauce.
  3. Add parmesan cheese: Carefully remove the partially baked pizza from the oven and sprinkle the parmesan cheese evenly over the surface.
  4. Apply ricotta cheese: Use a spoon to place thin dollops of ricotta cheese over the pizza, distributing the cheese to your desired level of cheesiness.
  5. Finish baking: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until the crust is crisp and golden brown, and the cheeses have begun to meld.
  6. Add fresh toppings and finishing touches: Remove the pizza from the oven and top it with fresh arugula. Drizzle hot honey generously over the arugula and, if desired, sprinkle with chili flakes for extra heat. Slice and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispier crust but a pizza pan works well too.
  • Whole milk ricotta adds creaminess; part-skim ricotta can be used for lower fat content.
  • Adjust the amount of hot honey and chili flakes to control sweetness and heat intensity.
  • Resting the dough after rolling helps improve texture and prevents shrinking during baking.
  • Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture experience.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14-16 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/hot-honey-ricotta-pizza-with-arugula-recipe/