Perfect Hot Sausage Feta Honey Pizza Recipe
This Perfect Hot Sausage Feta Honey Pizza combines spicy cooked sausage with tangy feta and creamy mozzarella cheese on a crisp, golden crust. A drizzle of sweet honey and optional fresh arugula add balance and brightness, creating a gourmet pizza that’s easy to prepare with store-bought or homemade dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 1 large pizza (serves 3-4) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 pizza dough (12–14 inches, store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup tomato or pizza sauce
Cheese and Meat
- 8 oz hot sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasonings and Garnish
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- Fresh arugula or spinach (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a pizza stone inside if you have one for a crispier crust.
- Prepare Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-14 inch circle. Transfer the dough carefully to a baking sheet or the preheated pizza stone.
- Pre-bake Crust: Lightly brush the dough with olive oil and bake in the oven for 5 minutes to firm it up slightly before adding toppings.
- Assemble Pizza: Spread the tomato or pizza sauce evenly over the partially baked crust. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then distribute the cooked and crumbled hot sausage and crumbled feta cheese on top. Optionally, add red pepper flakes and Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
- Bake: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Allow the pizza to cool for a couple of minutes, then drizzle the honey over the hot pizza. Garnish with fresh arugula or spinach if desired. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crisper crust but is optional.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your spice tolerance.
- Honey adds a sweet contrast—feel free to add more or less to taste.
- Fresh greens like arugula or spinach add a fresh, peppery note that balances the rich toppings.
- To save time, use pre-cooked sausage from the store.
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