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Hot honey and flatbread come together for an easy, mouthwatering weeknight dinner. You’ll love how fast it comes together. When you pour some sweet-spicy honey over the melty cheese, it’s hard to stop at just one slice.
This dish totally saved my sanity one super hectic evening when I needed something good on the fly. Now my teens ask for it constantly. I’ve lost count how many times it’s disappeared at party snack tables—nobody can resist grabbing more.
Irresistible Ingredients
- Chili flakes bring some eye-catching color and let you dial up the spice just how you want it.
- Hot sauce is your secret for a zesty kick—try different types for new flavors each time.
- Honey becomes something special here, especially when you toss in chili and hot sauce. Go for the good stuff since you’ll really taste it.
- Pepperoni adds a classic, spicy, savory layer, playing perfectly with the honey drizzle.
- Shredded mozzarella melts into lovely cheese pulls. Fresh is fine, but stick to pre-shredded for the best texture—otherwise your crust might turn a bit soggy.
- Pizza sauce lays down that classic, tangy tomato base. Pick a thick one so it doesn’t run everywhere.
- Garlic flatbreads are the base—pop them out of the bag and you’re ready to roll. Even the plain versions taste great here if you don’t have garlic.
Easy Directions
- Add The Honey Finish
- When your pizzas come out of the oven, spoon that warm hot honey straight on top—move the spoon around so you get the sweet heat in every bite. The cheese grabs onto the honey and spreads it all over.
- Baking
- Slide your flatbreads onto the scorching tray in the oven—don’t dawdle or the tray loses heat. Watch them for about 8 to 10 minutes. When the cheese is bubbly and the sides are turning golden, you’re good. The center stays soft, edges are nice and crisp.
- Putting It All Together
- Lay out your flatbreads, slather pizza sauce all the way to the edge if you want extra flavor, or give it a border for a crusty look. Top with cheese, then scatter pepperoni. If you’re feeling fancy, throw on goodies like jalapeños or olives.
- Mix Up Your Honey
- Grab a microwave-safe cup and stir together honey, hot sauce, plus some chili flakes. Give it 15 seconds or so in the microwave, or do it on the stove real gentle, just until everything blends smoothly. Let it hang out and cool for a few while you prep everything else.
- Get The Oven Hot
- Crank your oven to 220°C—don’t forget to leave your baking tray in there too so it gets hot. Let it heat for at least 10 minutes so the crust will bake up crispy, not soggy.
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This whole thing started as a way to use up leftover flatbreads and my craving for something fiery. When that hot honey met bubbling cheese, I just knew I was onto a winner. My husband says it tops anything from his favorite pizza spot. Now it’s in regular rotation at home.
Planning Ahead
This is best eaten as soon as it’s baked, but you can prep ahead if you want things even faster. Mix together your hot honey up to two weeks early—keep it sealed in the fridge, then gently heat before serving. You can build the pizzas earlier in the day too, just cover with plastic and keep cold until it’s time to bake.
Fun Twists
This meal is all about switching things up. Toss on some blue cheese or goat cheese before baking if you love tang—their creamy flavor pops against the honey. Leave out pepperoni? Easy—roasted peppers, mushrooms, or artichoke hearts work awesome for veggie lovers. Want even more spice? Stir some gochugaru or Aleppo pepper into your honey. My favorite version adds fresh fig slices and prosciutto, then a shower of basil after baking.
Tasty Matches
This flatbread fits both laid-back nights and fancier hangs, so you’ve got options. Set out an arugula salad tossed with lemon and olive oil for a fresh bite. Sipping wine? Try a crisp Prosecco. Beer fans, go for a chilled IPA. For a booze-free treat, sparkling blood orange soda is a winner with those sweet and spicy flavors.
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Common Queries
- → What’s the trick for making hot honey?
Mix honey with a splash of hot sauce and some chili flakes. Warm it briefly in the microwave or on the stovetop, then give it a stir and let it sit so the flavors blend.
- → Can I swap garlic flatbreads for regular ones?
Of course! Brush plain flatbreads with melted garlic butter to add a garlic touch.
- → Which toppings go well with it?
Try extras like jalapeño slices, black olives, or a bit of fresh arugula for extra taste and crunch.
- → How can I tone down or amp up the spice in the honey?
If you want less heat, go easy on the chili flakes or pick a mild hot sauce. Want it spicier? Add more of both!
- → What’s the best way to get crispy flatbreads?
Slide the flatbreads onto a baking sheet that’s been preheated in the oven. This trick helps crisp them up nicely.