Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of white pizza topped with prosciutto and drizzled with hot honey. This dish features a golden, crispy crust adorned with creamy ricotta and fresh mozzarella, balanced by the savory saltiness of prosciutto and a sweet, spicy kick from hot honey. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this pizza promises to impress your taste buds and elevate any meal. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven or as a gourmet leftover!
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
- 4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
- 2 tbsp hot honey
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Allow store-bought dough to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
- Spread ricotta evenly over the dough, then scatter fresh mozzarella pieces on top.
- Transfer the pizza to a preheated baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
- Once baked, layer prosciutto over the top and drizzle generously with hot honey.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added richness, substitute mozzarella with burrata cheese. Experiment with different types of hot honey for varying spice levels. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.