Sweet & Spicy Sausage Feta Pizza with Hot Honey Drizzle
This Sweet & Spicy Sausage Feta Pizza with Hot Honey Drizzle is a quick, easy, and unforgettable meal perfect for cozy nights. It's packed with savory, sweet, and spicy flavors, making it a new go-to for a delicious homemade pizza experience.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Pizza stone or sturdy baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 ball pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 lb hot Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tbsp hot honey
- olive oil for brushing the crust
- fresh basil or arugula for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). While it's heating, place your pizza stone or sturdy baking sheet inside to preheat properly.
- Step 2: While the oven preheats, cook the hot Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Break it up into crumbles as it cooks until fully browned and cooked through. Set the sausage aside.
- Step 3: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll or stretch your pizza dough into a roughly 10–12 inch circle or desired shape. Carefully transfer it to a sheet of parchment paper.
- Step 4: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a border for the crust. Sprinkle on the shredded mozzarella cheese, cooked sausage crumbles, and crumbled feta cheese. Add red pepper flakes now if desired for extra heat.
- Step 5: Carefully slide the parchment paper with the topped pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. The parchment paper can stay underneath.
- Step 6: Bake for about 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Watch carefully as ovens vary.
- Step 7: Immediately after taking the pizza out of the oven, generously drizzle hot honey all over the top.
- Step 8: If using, scatter fresh basil or arugula over the pizza for garnish.
- Step 9: Let the pizza cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Substitutions: Try goat cheese or sharp provolone instead of feta. Use mild Italian sausage for less heat. Add thinly sliced red onion, bell peppers, or mushrooms (sautéed first) for veggies. A balsamic glaze can replace hot honey for a tangy-sweet alternative. Add pepperoni for extra meatiness.
Tips: Always preheat your stone or baking sheet for a crispy crust. Don't over-sauce or over-top to prevent a soggy crust. Parchment paper helps with easy transfer and cleanup. Watch your oven carefully as baking times can vary.
Storage & Reheating: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container or wrapped well for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for a crispy bottom, or in the oven/toaster oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes.
FAQs: You can use other sausages like mild Italian, chorizo, or spicy chicken sausage (ensure they are cooked). To make hot honey, warm regular honey and stir in red pepper flakes or chili powder. This pizza can also be made on the grill.