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White Pizza with Prosciutto Recipe

5 from 114 reviews

This White Pizza with Prosciutto is a delightful Italian-inspired main dish featuring a crispy golden crust topped with creamy ricotta, fresh mozzarella, savory prosciutto, drizzled with spicy hot honey, and finished with aromatic fresh basil leaves. Perfect for a quick yet impressive homemade pizza night.

Ingredients

Scale

Pizza Base

  • 1 lb pizza dough

Cheese Toppings

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded fresh mozzarella

Additional Toppings

  • 4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
  • 2 tbsp hot honey
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone inside. This ensures even heat distribution and a crisp crust.
  2. Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to about 12 inches in diameter, creating a thin and even base with a small edge for the crust.
  3. Spread Ricotta: Evenly spread 1 cup of ricotta cheese over the rolled-out dough, leaving about a half-inch border around the edges to form the crust.
  4. Add Mozzarella: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded fresh mozzarella evenly over the ricotta layer to add meltiness and texture.
  5. Layer Prosciutto: Arrange the 4 oz of thinly sliced prosciutto evenly over the cheese layer for a savory, salty flavor.
  6. Bake Pizza: Carefully transfer the assembled pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Finish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of hot honey for a spicy-sweet kick, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice into eight pieces, and enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispier crust but a baking sheet works as an alternative.
  • You can adjust the amount of hot honey to your preferred spice and sweetness level.
  • For a more herbaceous flavor, add some fresh oregano or thyme alongside the basil.
  • If you prefer a less spicy finish, substitute hot honey with regular honey or omit it entirely.

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