Caramelized Onion and Kale White Pizza with Hot Honey

This white pizza is a delightful twist on classic pies, featuring a creamy herbed ricotta base, tender sautéed kale and jammy caramelized onions. The salty bite of feta cheese and a final drizzle of hot honey create a perfect balance of savory, sweet and gentle heat.

Baked until golden and bubbly, these pizzas are easy to customize and perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering. The hot honey adds a craveable kick that elevates every bite.

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Ingredients

0.5 cup Feta CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2.5 teaspoon Balsamic VinegarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce KaleView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Ricotta CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon FlourView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon HoneyView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Pizza DoughView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Dried OreganoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Hot SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 ounce Basil PasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust an oven rack to the top position (top and middle for 4 servings) and preheat to 450°F. Wash and dry produce. Sprinkle ½ tablespoon flour on a clean work surface. Remove pizza dough from packaging and place on floured surface. Shape each piece into a ball. Spray hands with nonstick cooking spray or dust with flour to prevent sticking. Sprinkle another ½ tablespoon flour on top of dough balls. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
2. While dough rests, remove and discard large stems from kale; cut leaves into bite-size pieces. Heat a large drizzle of oil in a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Add kale and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 5-7 minutes. Turn off heat; transfer to a medium bowl. Wipe out pan. To the bowl with kale, add ricotta, basil paste, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
3. While kale cooks, halve, peel and thinly slice onion. Heat a large drizzle of oil and 1 tablespoon butter in the same pan over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and softened, 8-10 minutes. Stir in half the balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar and a splash of water (use all vinegar and 2 teaspoons sugar for 4 servings); cook until onion is caramelized and jammy, 2-3 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Once dough has rested 20 minutes, line a baking sheet (two sheets for 4 servings) with parchment paper. Carefully press and stretch each dough ball into an oval shape; place on one side of prepared sheet (two ovals per sheet). If needed, use a rolling pin to help roll out dough. Cover baking sheet with a clean kitchen towel and let dough rest 15 minutes.
5. After 15 minutes, lightly flour hands. Press and stretch dough on baking sheet into larger ovals, about 10 inches long and 6 inches wide. Spread dough with kale-ricotta topping. Top with caramelized onion and feta. Drizzle or brush edges of dough with olive oil. Bake pizzas on top rack until crusts are golden brown and crisp, 14-18 minutes. (For 4 servings, bake on top and middle racks, swapping positions halfway through.)
6. In a small bowl, combine honey and hot sauce. Drizzle pizzas with hot honey to taste. Slice as desired, divide between plates and serve.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use store-bought pizza dough?

Yes, this recipe uses pre-made pizza dough for convenience. You can also use homemade dough if preferred.

What can I substitute for kale?

Swiss chard or spinach can be used instead of kale. Adjust cooking time as needed.

How do I make the hot honey less spicy?

Reduce the amount of hot sauce or use a milder hot sauce. You can also omit it entirely for a sweeter pizza.