Hot Sausage Feta Honey Pizza

Last Friday, my friend Marco came over skeptical about honey on pizza. One bite in and he was literally doing a happy dance in my kitchen. Now he texts me weekly asking when were making that spicy sweet magic again.

I stumbled onto this combo during a whats in the fridge moment with leftover sausage. That first bite where the honey hits the spicy feta changed my entire pizza game forever.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough: Let it come to room temperature for easier stretching and better oven spring
• Olive oil: Brushing the crust prevents soggy bottoms and adds golden color
• Hot Italian sausage: Removing casings lets you crumble it evenly for maximum flavor in every bite
• Mozzarella cheese: Shred it yourself if possible for meltier superior texture
• Feta cheese: The salty tang cuts through the richness and pairs perfectly with honey
• Hot honey: Store bought is great but infusing your own honey with chili flakes lets you control the heat level
• Red pepper flakes: Optional but highly recommended if you love extra kick
• Fresh herbs: Parsley or basil adds a fresh finish that brightens all the rich flavors

Instructions

Get your oven screaming hot:

Preheat to 475°F and throw your pizza stone in there if you have one. That initial blast of heat creates the crispy restaurant style crust were after.

Roll out the dough:

On a floured surface stretch your dough into two medium circles. Dont worry about perfection. Rustic looking pizzas taste just as delicious.

Cook the sausage:

Brown that spicy sausage in a skillet breaking it into crumbles. Drain the excess fat. Your kitchen should smell amazing right about now.

Prep the crusts:

Transfer dough to your pizza stone or baking sheet. Brush lightly with olive oil. This little step makes such a difference in the final texture.

Layer the toppings:

Start with mozzarella as your base then scatter the cooked sausage and feta evenly. The feta will get those delicious golden brown crispy bits.

Bake to perfection:

Slide those beauties into the hot oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Youre looking for golden crust and bubbly cheese. The cheese should have those gorgeous brown spots.

The grand finale:

Pull them out and immediately drizzle hot honey all over. The heat slightly melts the honey into the cheese. Add red pepper flakes if youre brave.

Finish and serve:

Sprinkle fresh herbs on top then wait exactly five minutes. This is the hardest part but letting it rest prevents all that cheese from sliding off when you slice.

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My sister requests this for every birthday dinner now. Theres something about watching friends take that first suspicious bite then immediately reach for a second slice that makes me so happy.

Mastering the Crust

Ive learned that dough temperature matters. Letting it sit out for 30 minutes before shaping makes it so much easier to work with. Cold dough fights back and springs back into a tiny disappointing disk.

Balancing the Flavors

The beauty here is the contrast. Hot sausage cool feta sweet honey salty cheese. If it feels like too much heat add more honey. Too sweet another pinch of red pepper. Make it your own.

Party Perfect Prep

When Im hosting I cook the sausage and crumble the feta hours ahead. Everything gets set out in bowls like a little toppings bar. Guests love customizing their own pizzas and I get to actually enjoy the party.

• Preheat your oven while guests arrive so you can bake pizzas in quick rotation
• Set up a little station with red pepper flakes and extra honey for people to adjust their heat level
• Keep a pizza cutter handy and a cutting board ready for serving each one as it comes out

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Theres nothing quite like pulling a bubbling spicy sweet pizza out of the oven on a Friday night. Hope this becomes your new favorite too.

Recipe FAQs

→ What makes the honey hot?

Hot honey is honey infused with chili peppers. You can buy it pre-made or create your own by mixing regular honey with red pepper flakes and gently warming them together.

→ Can I use regular honey instead?

Absolutely. Regular honey works beautifully and still provides that essential sweet contrast to the spicy sausage and salty feta. Add extra red pepper flakes if you want more heat.

→ Why drizzle honey after baking?

Honey can burn and caramelize too quickly under high heat. Adding it after baking preserves its delicate flavor while allowing it to warm slightly and drizzle perfectly over the cheesy toppings.

→ Can I make this vegetarian?

Yes. Substitute plant-based sausage crumbles or skip the meat entirely and add more vegetables like bell peppers, red onions, or artichokes for a delicious vegetarian version.

→ How do I get the crispiest crust?

Use a pizza stone preheated in a hot oven (475°F) for at least 30 minutes before baking. The intense heat creates that perfectly crisp, restaurant-style crust everyone loves.