White Garlic Pizza Sauce – Creamy & Perfect for Homemade Pizza
Elevate your homemade pizza with this White Garlic Pizza Sauce! Creamy, flavorful, and packed with roasted garlic goodness, it’s the perfect base for any pizza creation—whether loaded with veggies, meats, or cheese. Quick and easy to make, this sauce brings restaurant-quality flavor straight to your kitchen. A must-try for pizza lovers and home chefs!
Equipment
- Saucepan or skillet
- Wooden spoon or whisk
- Blender or immersion blender (optional)
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Garlic peeler or knife
Ingredients
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced or roasted
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- ¾ cup heavy cream, milk, or plant-based milk
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese (optional)
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- Fresh or dried herbs (thyme, basil, oregano – optional)
Optional Variations:
- Vegan: Use almond, oat, or cashew milk; omit cheese or use vegan Parmesan
- Extra cheesy: Add mozzarella, fontina, or more Parmesan
Instructions
- Prepare garlic and aromatics: Roast or sauté garlic until fragrant; optionally sauté onions or shallots.
- Melt butter or heat oil: In a saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add garlic: Cook 1–2 minutes until aromatic; avoid browning.
- Add cream or milk: Slowly pour in, whisking to combine.
- Incorporate cheese (optional): Add Parmesan gradually to thicken and enrich flavor.
- Season: Salt, pepper, nutmeg, and herbs as desired. Taste and adjust gradually.
- Blend (optional): Use an immersion blender for extra smooth consistency.
- Adjust consistency: Thin with milk or broth for pourable sauce; simmer to thicken for pizza base.
- Use immediately or store: Spread on pizza, drizzle on pasta, or refrigerate/freeze for later use.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate in airtight container 3–5 days; freeze up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Warm gently and stir to restore smooth texture.
- Flavor Tips: Roasting garlic gives a sweeter, milder flavor; sautéing provides sharper garlic punch.
- Pro tip: Leave a border on pizza dough when spreading sauce to allow crust to crisp.
- Customizations: Add chili flakes for heat, smoked paprika for depth, or fresh herbs for aromatic punch.