Hot Sausage Feta Honey Pizza Recipe
Hot Sausage Feta Honey Pizza Recipe is a delicious combination of spicy sausage, creamy feta cheese, melted mozzarella, and sweet honey. This easy homemade pizza delivers the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.
Equipment
- Large baking sheet or pizza stone
- Pizza Cutter
- Mixing bowl
- Skillet
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling Pin
- Pastry brush
- Oven mitts
Ingredients
- 1 prepared pizza dough, 12-inch
- 8 ounces hot Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Oven and Dough
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside while the oven heats. Roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. This helps create a crisp and evenly baked crust.
Cook the Sausage
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the hot Italian sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked. Break it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside for later use.
Assemble the Pizza
- Transfer the rolled dough onto parchment paper. Spread the pizza sauce evenly across the surface, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce to create a rich and cheesy base.
Add the Toppings
- Scatter the cooked sausage across the pizza. Next, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top. The feta adds a creamy texture and tangy flavor that pairs beautifully with the spicy sausage.
Bake Until Golden
- Carefully transfer the pizza onto the hot baking sheet or pizza stone. Bake for about 12 to 15 minutes. The crust should become golden brown, and the cheese should be melted and bubbly.
Finish with Honey
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for two minutes. Drizzle honey evenly across the top. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and fresh parsley. Slice and serve while warm for the best flavor.
Notes
- Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust.
- Add sliced red onions for extra sweetness.
- Try goat cheese instead of feta.
- Use hot honey for even more spicy flavor.
- Add arugula after baking for freshness.
- Cook sausage fully before adding it to the pizza.
- Let the pizza rest briefly before slicing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a 375°F oven for about 8 minutes.