Name: White Pizza with Prosciutto & Hot Honey Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb pizza dough; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 1 cup shredded fresh mozzarella; 4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto; 2 tbsp hot honey; ¼ cup fresh basil leaves

Introduction

This white pizza with prosciutto and hot honey offers a perfect blend of creamy cheese, salty meat, and sweet heat. It’s a simple yet elegant dish that’s great for a quick dinner or entertaining guests. The fresh basil adds a bright, herbal finish to every bite.

A pizza shown with a thick, puffy, golden-brown crust that has dark charred spots, topped with a base of slightly visible red tomato sauce. Over the sauce, there are dollops of creamy white melted cheese spread evenly across the pizza. Thin, translucent layers of pink prosciutto are arranged on top, slightly folded in places. Fresh green basil leaves are scattered across the pizza, with some black seasoning sprinkled finely over everything. The pizza sits on a wooden board with a blurred background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb pizza dough
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded fresh mozzarella
4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
2 tbsp hot honey
¼ cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone inside for even cooking.
Step 2: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it reaches about 12 inches wide.
Step 3: Spread ricotta cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a small crust around the edges.
Step 4: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top of the ricotta layer.
Step 5: Layer thin slices of prosciutto over the cheese mixture.
Step 6: Carefully place the pizza onto the hot pizza stone or a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
Step 7: Remove from the oven, drizzle with hot honey, garnish with fresh basil, slice into eight pieces, and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

If you don’t have hot honey, mix honey with a pinch of red pepper flakes as a substitute.
For extra crispiness, broil the pizza for the last 1-2 minutes but watch carefully to prevent burning.
Try adding a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for added depth of flavor.

Storage

Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a hot oven or skillet to keep the crust crispy. Avoid microwaving as it can make the crust soggy.

How to Serve

A close-up of a pizza with a thick, golden-browned crust that has some charred dark spots, topped with thin layers of reddish-pink prosciutto, smooth dollops of white melted cheese, scattered green basil leaves, and a light sprinkle of black pepper and herbs. The base shows a thin spread of red tomato sauce peeking through under the toppings. The pizza rests on a wooden board with a white marbled surface in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought pizza dough for this recipe?

Yes, store-bought dough works perfectly and saves time while still delivering great results.

What is hot honey and can I make it at home?

Hot honey is honey infused with chili peppers or spices for a sweet and spicy flavor. You can easily make it by warming honey with red pepper flakes and letting it infuse for a few hours.

White Pizza with Prosciutto & Hot Honey Recipe

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This White Pizza with Prosciutto & Hot Honey is a delightful combination of creamy ricotta and fresh mozzarella cheeses topped with savory prosciutto slices. Baked to golden perfection and finished with a drizzle of spicy hot honey and fragrant fresh basil, this pizza offers a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors. Ideal for a quick gourmet meal or entertaining guests.

Author: Isabella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

Scale

Pizza Base

1 lb pizza dough

Cheese Toppings

1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded fresh mozzarella

Other Toppings

4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
2 tbsp hot honey
¼ cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside to ensure even and crispy cooking of the pizza base.
Prepare Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a round shape approximately 12 inches wide, ensuring an even thickness for proper cooking.
Spread Ricotta: Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the rolled-out dough, making sure to leave a small border around the edges for the crust.
Add Mozzarella: Sprinkle the shredded fresh mozzarella evenly over the ricotta layer to add a creamy, melted cheese layer.
Top with Prosciutto: Arrange thin slices of prosciutto over the mozzarella to add a salty, savory flavor to the pizza.
Bake Pizza: Carefully transfer the prepared pizza onto the hot pizza stone or a baking sheet inside the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Finish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, drizzle the hot honey over the top for a spicy sweetness, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice into eight pieces, and serve hot.

Notes

For best results, make sure the pizza stone is thoroughly preheated.
If you don’t have hot honey, mix honey with a pinch of chili flakes as a substitute.
Fresh mozzarella can be replaced with shredded low-moisture mozzarella if preferred.
You can customize the basil garnish by adding it before baking for a milder flavor, but fresh after baking retains its aroma.
Use a pizza peel or a flat baking sheet to transfer the pizza safely to the stone.

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