Homemade White pizza sauce Recipe

BySoha

White pizza sauce is the unsung hero of gourmet pizzas, offering creamy richness without the acidity of tomato-based sauces. When crafted with fresh ingredients and careful technique, it provides a luxurious base for cheeses, vegetables, and proteins. This chef-developed recipe balances creaminess, garlic, and herbs to create a velvety, flavorful sauce that elevates any pizza to restaurant-quality perfection.

Ingredients List

  • Unsalted butter
  • All-purpose flour
  • Whole milk, warmed
  • Heavy cream (optional for extra richness)
  • Garlic cloves, minced
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Fresh or dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)

Step-by-Step Instructions

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Make the roux

In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, whisking constantly to form a smooth paste.

Add milk and cream

Gradually pour in warm milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.

Incorporate cheese and seasoning

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Add olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Cool slightly before using

Let the sauce cool for a few minutes before spreading over pizza dough. This ensures even coverage without curdling the sauce when baked.

Cook Time

Total: 15 minutes
Prep: 5 minutes
Bake: 0 minutes

Servings

Makes approximately 1½ cups of white pizza sauce

Nutritional Information (approx. per serving)

  • Calories: 120
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Sodium: 180 mg

Storage Instructions

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently over low heat while stirring to restore smoothness and prevent separation.

Suggestions

Use this white pizza sauce for classic white pizzas, chicken Alfredo pizzas, or as a base for vegetable and mushroom pizzas. It also works as a creamy pasta sauce or a dip for garlic bread.

Seasonal Relevance

This versatile sauce is perfect year-round but is especially comforting during cooler months, pairing beautifully with roasted vegetables, cheeses, and hearty meats.

Conclusion

Homemade white pizza sauce transforms ordinary pizza into a gourmet experience. Rich, velvety, and packed with garlic and herbs, this sauce is simple to prepare yet elevates every bite. Mastering it gives your pizza repertoire a professional edge.

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Homemade White pizza sauce Recipe

Recipe by Soha
Servings

6

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Calories

120

kcal
Total time

15

minutes

This Homemade White Pizza Sauce Recipe is a creamy, garlicky sauce made with butter, milk, Parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs. Perfect for white pizzas, vegetable toppings, or chicken-based pizzas, it adds rich flavor and velvety texture that elevates homemade pizzas to a professional level.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed

  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional for extra richness)

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)

Directions

  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, whisking constantly to form a smooth roux.
  • Gradually add warm milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Add heavy cream if desired. Cook until the mixture thickens.
  • Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
  • Let sauce cool slightly before spreading on pizza dough.

Recipe Video

Notes

  • Reheat gently over low heat to prevent separation.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste before spreading on pizza.
  • Can also be used as a creamy pasta sauce or a dip for breadsticks.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

FAQs

Can I make this sauce ahead of time?
Yes, prepare it up to 3 days in advance and store refrigerated. Reheat gently before using.

Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes, substitute butter with olive oil and use plant-based milk and cheese alternatives.

How thick should the sauce be for pizza?
It should be creamy but spreadable. If too thick, whisk in a little milk if too thin, cook a few extra minutes to reduce.

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