Making Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza with Ricotta is as easy as following these steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
2. Prepare Dough: If using store-bought pizza dough, let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
3. Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape and thickness.
4. Transfer to Baking Sheet: Place the rolled-out dough onto a greased baking sheet or pizza stone.
5. Add Olive Oil: Brush the rolled dough with olive oil to prevent it from becoming soggy.
6. Spread Ricotta: Spoon dollops of ricotta cheese evenly across the surface of the dough.
7. Layer Mozzarella: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the ricotta.
8. Add Pepperoni: Distribute the sliced pepperoni evenly on top of the cheese.
9. Season: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) for added flavor.
10. Bake: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
11. Drizzle Hot Honey: As soon as the pizza comes out of the oven, drizzle hot honey over the top, ensuring an even coating.
12. Garnish: Finish with fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and flavor.
13. Slice and Serve: Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing it into wedges.

These steps will guide you through the process of creating this incredible pizza that is sure to impress.