Creating Hot Honey Ricotta Pizza is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
2. Prepare the Crust: Roll out your pizza crust on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Mix the Ricotta: In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until smooth and creamy.
4. Spread the Ricotta: Evenly spread the ricotta mixture over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Add Cheeses: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the ricotta layer.
6. Bake the Pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or pizza stone. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
7. Drizzle with Hot Honey: Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle hot honey over the top. Adjust the amount based on your spice preference.
8. Garnish: Finish with fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and flavor.
9. Slice and Serve: Allow the pizza to cool for a couple of minutes before slicing into wedges.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible pizza effortlessly.