Hot Honey Pizza Sacramento – The Sweet Slice Revolution
Why Hot Honey Works So Well on Pizza
The combo of salty, crispy, cheesy pizza with a glossy drizzle of Lady Bug Hot Honey hits every taste receptor — sweet, spicy, salty, and umami. Sacramento pizzerias have embraced the trend, and residents can’t get enough of the sweet heat finish.
Where to Try Hot Honey Pizza in Sacramento
- Federalist Public House: Wood-fired pies with spicy salami and a honey finish.
- Masullo: Artisan pizzas with perfect balance — ask about a hot honey drizzle.
- Local Pop-Ups & Markets: Follow your favorite vendors; many now offer hot honey specials using local products.
Want that flavor at home? Keep a bottle of Lady Bug Mild or XHOT on hand and drizzle right after the bake.
Easy Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza (Home Oven)
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- ½ cup red sauce
- 8 oz low-moisture mozzarella
- Spicy pepperoni or soppressata
- 2–3 tbsp Lady Bug Hot Honey (Mild or XHOT)
Directions
- Preheat a stone/steel at 500–525°F for 45 minutes.
- Stretch dough, add sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.
- Bake until the cheese bubbles and the crust blisters (8–12 minutes).
- Immediately drizzle hot honey over the hot pie. Slice and serve.
Pro Tip: Add crushed red pepper and a finish of flaky salt for extra contrast. Try XHOT for a true kick.
Pairings & Variations
- Hot Honey + Ricotta + Arugula: Peppery greens balance the sweetness.
- Hot Honey + Sausage + Fennel: Anise notes + sweet heat = chef’s kiss.
- White Pie + Hot Honey: Garlic cream base with a spicy-sweet finish.
Where to Buy Lady Bug Hot Honey
Shop all flavors — Gentle, Mild, and XHOT — at our online store: LadyBugHoney.com/shop. You can also find us at local Sacramento farmers markets and select specialty shops.