Description
This Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza recipe offers a delightful blend of creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and a spicy-sweet kick from Mike’s Hot Honey atop a gluten-free crust. Perfectly air-fried or baked to golden perfection, these individual pizzas bring a unique twist to classic pizza night with a crispy crust and luscious toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 2 cups Gluten-Free Flour Blend
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Toppings
- 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/4 cup Mike’s Hot Honey
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
- Crushed red pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a stand mixer or a large bowl, combine 2 cups of gluten-free flour blend. Gradually incorporate 1 cup of Greek yogurt, adjusting the flour or yogurt slightly as needed, until the dough is smooth, elastic, and well combined.
- Form the Crust: Divide the dough evenly into four portions. Roll each portion out on a floured surface to roughly 4-5 inches in diameter. Place each crust onto parchment paper and brush the surface with beaten egg wash to promote a golden, crispy finish.
- Pre-Bake the Crust: Preheat your air fryer or oven to 400°F (204°C). Bake the prepared crusts for 5 to 10 minutes until they develop a golden-brown color and are partially cooked through.
- Assemble the Pizza: Once the crusts are pre-baked, spread your preferred sauce if using (not included in ingredients, optional), then add generous dollops of ricotta cheese evenly over each crust. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top for a gooey, melty effect.
- Bake with Toppings: Return the topped pizzas to the air fryer or oven and bake for an additional 5 to 8 minutes, until the mozzarella is bubbling and slightly golden.
- Add Finishing Touches: After baking, sprinkle garlic powder, freshly chopped basil, and crushed red pepper on each pizza to enhance flavor. Finish by drizzling about 1/4 cup of Mike’s Hot Honey over each pizza just before serving for a perfect balance of sweet heat.
Notes
- The gluten-free flour blend is crucial for achieving the best dough texture in this recipe.
- Adjust the yogurt and flour ratio if the dough feels too sticky or dry.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, a standard oven works just as well at 400°F.
- Feel free to add your favorite pizza sauce before adding the ricotta and mozzarella if desired.
- Mike’s Hot Honey adds a unique sweet-spicy flavor but can be substituted with any hot honey or honey mixed with chili flakes.
- Brush crusts with egg wash for an enhanced golden crispness, but can be skipped for a vegan adaptation.
