Honey Bear Pizza Recipe
If you’re looking for a pizza with a unique twist, this Honey Bear Pizza is a must-try! Combining savory flavors from spicy Italian sausage and mozzarella cheese with the unexpected sweetness of raw honey, this pizza strikes the perfect balance between sweet and salty. It’s the ultimate comfort food for pizza lovers who want to try something new and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 prepared pizza dough, at room temperature
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup white sauce (find the recipe in the Wild Palms Pizza Post)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella, shredded
- 1/2 cup smoked mozzarella
- 12-16 oz hot Italian sausage (4-5 links), casings removed, browned and crumbled
- 1/4 large red onion, sliced into thin rounds
- Drizzle of raw honey, to finish
Directions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Allow the pizza dough to sit at room temperature for at least 30-45 minutes to make it easier to roll out.
- Cook the Sausage:
- Remove the casings from the sausage and brown the meat over medium-low heat, breaking it apart into small crumbles with a wooden spatula. Once fully browned, drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside.
- Prepare the White Sauce:
- Follow the white sauce recipe found in the Wild Palms Pizza Post to prepare the creamy base for your pizza.
- Prepare the Pizza Dough:
- Lightly coat a quarter sheet pan with olive oil. On a floured surface, roll the pizza dough to roughly 9” x 13” in size. Place the dough in the sheet pan and gently roll the edges of the dough to form a crust.
- Assemble the Pizza:
- Spread an even, thin layer of white sauce over the dough. Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Add the browned sausage, followed by more cheese. Layer the red onion slices on top and sprinkle a mix of regular and smoked mozzarella cheese over the onions.
- Continue layering until all the sausage and onions are used, finishing with a final layer of cheese on top.
- Bake the Pizza:
- Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and browned.
- Finish with Honey:
- Once the pizza is out of the oven, drizzle raw honey over the top for a sweet finish. Slice and enjoy!
Tips for Success:
- Pizza Dough: Make sure the dough is at room temperature before rolling it out to prevent it from springing back.
- Sausage: Hot Italian sausage gives the pizza a nice kick, but you can use mild sausage if you prefer less heat.
- Honey: Don’t skip the honey! The drizzle of raw honey over the savory pizza creates a beautiful contrast of flavors that makes this pizza stand out.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories per serving: 400 kcal
- Servings: 4-6 servings
Time Breakdown:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
This Honey Bear Pizza is a delicious blend of savory and sweet that will leave you wanting more. The smoky mozzarella, spicy sausage, and drizzle of raw honey take this pizza to the next level. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner, weekend gathering, or any time you’re craving something fun and different.
Honey Bear Pizza
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 1x
Description
This Honey Bear Pizza combines savory, smoky flavors of Italian sausage and smoked mozzarella with the sweetness of raw honey. Perfectly baked with a crispy crust and melty cheese, it’s the ultimate blend of sweet and savory in every bite!
Ingredients
1 Prepared Pizza Dough, at room temperature
1/4 – 1/2 cup White Sauce (find the recipe in the Wild Palms Pizza Post)
1/2 cup Mozzarella, shredded
1/2 cup Smoked Mozzarella
12–16 oz. Hot Italian Sausage (4–5 links), casings removed, browned and crumbled
1/4 Large Red Onion, sliced into thin rounds
Drizzle of Raw Honey, to finish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Let the pizza dough sit at room temperature for at least 30-45 minutes.
Remove the casings from the sausage and brown the meat over medium-low heat. Break it apart with a wooden spatula to create small crumbles. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
Prepare the White Sauce by following the recipe in the Wild Palms Pizza Post.
Lightly coat a quarter sheet pan with olive oil and set it near your assembly station.
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to roughly 9″ x 13″ and place it in the sheet pan. Roll the edges for a nice crust.
Spread an even, thin layer of white sauce over the dough, then sprinkle a layer of mozzarella cheese.
Add the browned sausage, then more cheese. Layer the onion slices, followed by more cheese (alternating between regular and smoked mozzarella).
Continue layering until all the sausage is used, and finish with a final layer of cheese on top.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is browned and bubbly.
Once out of the oven, drizzle raw honey over the top for a sweet finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 400