Pepperoni and Hot Honey Coal-Fired Pizza
Pepperoni and Hot Honey Coal-Fired Pizza
Indulge in the distinctive charred crust and intense smoky flavor unique to a coal-fired pizza, perfectly complemented by the classic appeal of spicy pepperoni and a unexpected, sweet-spicy kick from hot honey. This recipe delivers an artisanal experience, featuring a perfectly blistered crust that is both delightfully crisp and satisfyingly chewy. It provides an ideal base for the tangy tomato sauce, melty mozzarella, and savory pepperoni. The dynamic interplay of salty pepperoni, sweet tomato, and the complex, lingering warmth of hot honey creates an exciting flavor profile. This gourmet twist offers a thrilling culinary adventure that can be achieved in any home kitchen equipped for high-heat cooking, celebrating bold flavors and superior textures.
- Preparation time
- 25 min
- Cooking time
- 8 min
- Total time
- 33 min
- Servings
- 1
Instructions
Preparation
- 1Preheat your coal-fired oven, pizza oven, or grill with a pizza stone/steel to its highest temperature, ideally 700°F (370°C) or higher. Allow it to heat for at least 45-60 minutes to ensure the stone/steel is thoroughly heated.
- 2On a lightly floured surface, gently stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a roughly 12-14 inch round, maintaining a slightly thicker edge for the crust.
- 3Carefully transfer the stretched dough to a lightly floured pizza peel.
Assembly & Cooking
- 1Evenly spread the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Avoid oversaturating the dough to prevent sogginess.
- 2Distribute the mozzarella over the sauce, followed by the pepperoni slices.
- 3Carefully slide the pizza from the peel onto the preheated pizza stone or steel.
- 4Cook for 5-8 minutes, rotating halfway through if necessary, until the crust is deeply golden with characteristic dark char spots, and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. The high heat of the coal-fired environment will cook it rapidly.
- 5Remove the pizza from the oven using the peel and transfer it to a cutting board.
Finishing
- 1Immediately drizzle the hot honey generously over the entire pizza.
- 2Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- 3Slice and serve hot, allowing the unique coal-fired char and hot honey drizzle to shine.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 851 kcal
- Protein
- 35 g
- Fat
- 40 g
- Carbs
- 81 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 851 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Fat | 40 g |
| Carbs | 81 g |
Tips
- Use cold-fermented dough for a chewier crust and better flavor development, critical for high-heat pizza.
- Regularly check the pizza; coal-fired cooking is fast. A slight char is desired, but avoid burning.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp crust and molten cheese right out of the oven. The hot honey flavor is best fresh.