hot honey pizza

Detroit-Style Hot Honey Pizza

  • Prep Time
    Approx. 4 hours
  • Difficulty
    Medium
  • Servings
    Makes one 10x14" Pizza
Ingredients
  • 1/2 tsp Instant Dry Yeast
  • 3/4 cup & 2 tbsp of Water
  • 2 cups & 3 tbsp All Purpose Flour
  • 3/4 tsp Salt
  • Butter or shortening
  • White cheddar cheese (grated)
  • Mozzarella cheese (grated)
  • Whole peeled tomatoes (blended)
  • Pizza toppings of your choice
  • Mike's Hot Honey to taste
Instructions

 

Let's Make Some Pizza Magic!

The Perfect Dough (3.5 hours)

1. Mix it up (10 minutes):

  • Dissolve salt in warm water
  • Add flour to a large bowl
  • Sprinkle yeast on top
  • Mix until shaggy, then knead 8 minutes
  • Dough should be soft but not sticky

2. First rest (20 minutes):

  • Cover bowl with damp towel
  • Let dough chill and relax
  • This makes it easier to shape!

3. Pan prep:

  • Butter that pan generously
  • Don't skip the sides!
  • This is crucial for those crispy edges

4. Shape and rise (2.5-3 hours):

  • Press dough into pan corners
  • Don't worry if it springs back
  • Cover with towel
  • Let rise until puffy
  • Poke any large bubbles

The Assembly (15 minutes)

1. Preheat your oven:

  • Set to 475°F
  • Let it heat at least 30 minutes
  • Position rack in lower third

2. The legendary Detroit cheese layout:

  • Mozzarella in the middle
  • Cheddar around the edges
  • This creates those amazing crusty bits!

3. Sauce and toppings:

  • Stripes of sauce on top (yes, on top!)
  • Add your favorite toppings
  • Don't overload—less is more

The Bake (15 minutes)

1. Bake until:

  • Edges are dark brown
  • Cheese is bubbly
  • Bottom is crispy
  • Toppings are slightly charred

2. The finishing touch:

  • Remove from oven
  • Drizzle generously with Mike's Hot Honey
  • Let rest 5 minutes before cutting

Pro Tips for Pizza Perfection

Dough Success

  • Use room temperature ingredients
  • Knead until dough passes the windowpane test
  • Don't rush the rise—patience makes perfect
  • If dough springs back, let it rest 10 minutes

Cheese Choices

  • Brick cheese is traditional
  • White cheddar makes a great substitute
  • Grate your own—pre-shredded doesn't melt as well
  • Layer edge cheese generously for maximum crunch

Temperature Tricks

  • Cold ferment dough overnight for better flavor
  • Let pan come to room temp before baking
  • Rotate pan halfway through for even cooking

Make It Your Own

Classic Combos

  • Pepperoni & Hot Honey
  • Sausage & Mushroom
  • Buffalo Chicken & Ranch
  • Margherita with Hot Honey Drizzle

Veggie Options

  • Roasted Garlic & Mushroom
  • Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts
  • Caramelized Onion & Pepper
  • Fresh Basil & Cherry Tomatoes

Troubleshooting Tips

Q: Dough not rising?
A: Check yeast freshness and water temperature

Q: Cheese not crispy?
A: Make sure it touches the pan edges

Q: Bottom not brown enough?
A: Try a darker pan or lower rack position

Storage & Reheating

  • Best eaten fresh!
  • Leftovers good for 3 days in fridge
  • Reheat at 375°F until crispy
  • Add fresh hot honey when serving

Ready to become a Detroit pizza pro? Find Mike's Hot Honey near you or shop online at mikeshothoney.com. Share your pizza creations with #MikesHotHoney

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