Description
Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza is a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that takes your pizza night to the next level. This homemade version features a crispy crust topped with rich tomato sauce, melted cheese, savory pepperoni, and a drizzle of homemade hot honey for that perfect touch of heat. Ideal for gatherings, family dinners, or a cozy night in, this pizza not only satisfies cravings but also impresses guests. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable options, this recipe allows you to create a memorable meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups bread flour
- 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 ounces pepperoni slices
- ¼ cup homemade hot honey
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients (flour, yeast, salt) in a large bowl.
- Gradually add warm water and olive oil; mix until shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl covered for about 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
- Prepare the sauce by sautéing garlic, adding crushed tomatoes, and simmering for 15–20 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 500°F with a baking stone inside.
- Shape the dough into a circle and transfer it to a floured pizza peel.
- Spread sauce on the dough, add cheese and pepperoni, then bake for about 8–12 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle with hot honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 pizza (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg