Geraci's Slice Shop in Cleveland celebrates Valentine's Day with heart-shaped pizza

Ingredients

• 1 piece Pizza Dough (store‑bought or homemade, about 12‑inch round)
• 1/2 cup Tomato Pizza Sauce (plain marinara or seasoned pizza sauce)
• 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (shredded, low‑moisture)
• 20 slices Pepperoni (regular sliced pepperoni)
• 2 tablespoons Habanero‑Infused Honey (sweet with a mild heat, from Wesley's Family Honey (Akron))
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for brushing crust)
• 5 leaves Fresh Basil Leaves (optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Place the pizza stone on the middle rack and preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 475°F

2. Shape the Dough

   On a lightly floured surface, roll the pizza dough into a 12‑inch circle. Using a heart‑shaped cookie cutter or a free‑hand cut, trim the dough into a heart shape.

   Time: PT5M

3. Add Sauce and Toppings

   Transfer the heart‑shaped dough onto parchment. Brush the crust lightly with olive oil, spread the tomato sauce evenly, sprinkle mozzarella, and arrange pepperoni slices.

   Time: PT5M

4. Bake the Pizza

   Slide the parchment (with pizza) onto the hot stone. Bake for 10‑12 minutes, until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 475°F

5. Finish with Habanero Honey

   Remove the pizza from the oven, let it rest 2 minutes, then drizzle the habanero‑infused honey over the top. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

   Time: PT2M

6. Slice and Serve

   Using a pizza cutter, cut the heart pizza into wedges. Serve warm and enjoy the sweet‑heat contrast.

   Time: PT3M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

820

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

80g

Fat

35g

Fiber

3g