Sweet and Spicy Tomato Basil Pepperoni Pizza
Homemade pizza dough topped with crushed tomatoes, basil pesto, red pepper flakes, two cheeses, spicy jalapeños, and pepperoni. Then top with fresh basil and a drizzle of sweet honey to balance out all the heat...the perfect pizza combination!
Calories: 508kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound pizza dough, homemade or store-bought
- 1 cup crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 1/4 cup basil pesto, homemade or store bought
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
- 1 cup torn mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded fontina cheese
- 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, sliced, seeded if desired
- 2 ounces thinly sliced hot soppressata or spicy pepperoni
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- honey, for drizzling
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Grease a large baking sheet with olive oil. 2. On a lightly floured surface, push/roll the pizza dough out until it is pretty thin (about a 10-12 inch circle). Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet. Spread the dough with tomatoes and pesto. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes. Add the cheeses, jalapeño, and soppressata.3. Transfer to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden.4. Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil and a drizzle of honey. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 508kcal