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Close-up of a freshly baked white pizza cut into slices on a wooden board, topped with melted cheese and herbs.

Creamy White Garlic Pizza Sauce Better Than Store Bought

Elevate your homemade pizza with this rich, garlicky, and incredibly creamy white sauce. It's easy to make from scratch and delivers a depth of flavor that store-bought options simply can't match.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 pizzas
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the White Garlic Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
  • 6-8 cloves Fresh garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated recommended
  • 1/2 tsp Onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes optional, for a kick
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper freshly ground, or to taste

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Prepare the White Garlic Sauce
  1. Melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 6-8 cloves of minced fresh garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
  3. Whisk in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of whole milk and 1/2 cup of heavy cream, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form.
  5. Add 1/4 cup of chicken or vegetable broth, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (if using), 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  6. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, whisking occasionally, and cook for 5-7 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency. It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more milk or broth.
  9. Use immediately on your favorite pizza crust, or allow to cool completely before storing.

Notes

For an even richer sauce, you can use all heavy cream instead of a mix of milk and cream. This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, whisking in a little milk or broth if it has thickened too much. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts much better and tastes superior to pre-shredded varieties.