Garlic Sauce for Pizza
This Garlic Sauce for Pizza is a creamy, savory alternative to tomato sauce. Made with butter or oil, garlic, cream, and Parmesan, it adds rich, aromatic flavor to any pizza, perfect as a base or drizzle.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: ½ to ¾ cup (enough for 1 large or 2 small pizzas)
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 tbsp unsalted butter or olive oil
2–3 garlic cloves, finely minced or pressed
1/2 cup heavy cream, half-and-half, or milk
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1/2 tsp dried herbs (oregano, parsley, or thyme)
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, melt butter or heat oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant and lightly golden (do not brown).
- Reduce heat and stir in cream or milk. Let it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Whisk in Parmesan (if using) and season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs or red pepper flakes.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using. Spread on pizza dough or drizzle over cooked pizza.
Notes
Use olive oil and plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.
Add roasted garlic or garlic powder for a deeper flavor.
Include fresh herbs like basil or thyme for extra aroma.
Finish with lemon juice or zest for brightness.
Thin with milk or water if sauce thickens too much.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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