Description
This White Pizza with Prosciutto & Hot Honey offers a delightful combination of creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and savory prosciutto, all balanced with a sweet and spicy drizzle of hot honey. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect gourmet-style pizza that’s easy to prepare at home and impresses with its contrasting flavors and crispy crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Cheese
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Toppings
- 4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
- 2 tbsp hot honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Garnish
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it is heating to ensure a crispy crust.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into an even circle approximately 12 inches in diameter.
- Add the Ricotta Cheese: Evenly spread 1 cup of fresh ricotta cheese across the surface of the dough, creating a smooth creamy base.
- Top with Mozzarella: Sprinkle 1 ½ cups of shredded mozzarella evenly over the ricotta-covered dough.
- Arrange the Prosciutto: Lay thin slices of prosciutto evenly on top of the cheese layer to add a salty and savory flavor.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil and Bake: Lightly drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the assembled pizza. Transfer it onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese begins to bubble.
- Add Hot Honey and Garnish: Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately drizzle 2 tablespoons of hot honey over the top. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a fragrant finishing touch before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispier crust but is optional.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey for your preferred heat and sweetness level.
- Allow the pizza to cool slightly before slicing to prevent the cheese from sliding off.
- Substitute prosciutto with another cured meat if preferred.
