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Hot Honey Ricotta Sausage Flatbread

Hot Honey Ricotta Sausage Flatbread for a Flavorful Feast

This Hot Honey Ricotta Sausage Flatbread is a quick, customizable crowd-pleaser perfect for dinner with its savory and sweet flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Flatbread Base
  • 2 pieces Large naan or flatbreads Store-bought pita or pizza dough can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For brushing on flatbreads.
Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup Whole milk ricotta cheese Can swap with goat cheese or cottage cheese.
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Garlic powder can work if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Italian seasoning is an alternative.
Toppings
  • 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot) Crumbled bacon or sautéed mushrooms can be used as non-pork alternatives.
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Provolone or fontina can be used instead.
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan cheese Pecorino Romano is a suitable alternative.
Drizzle
  • ¼ cup Honey Store-bought hot honey can be used for ease.
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust based on spice preference.
Garnish
  • 1 cup Fresh arugula or basil Can substitute with spinach or parsley.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a baking sheet inside to heat up.
  2. In a small saucepan, gently heat the honey over low heat for about 2 minutes, stirring in red pepper flakes.
  3. Cook the crumbled Italian sausage over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through, then drain excess fat.
  4. Combine ricotta cheese, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl; mix until creamy.
  5. Brush the naan or flatbreads lightly with olive oil, spread the ricotta mixture, layer with cooked sausage, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Transfer the assembled flatbreads to the preheated baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and cheese is bubbling.
  7. Drizzle hot honey over the top and garnish with fresh arugula or basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftover flatbread in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Individual slices can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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