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Close-up of a homemade white pizza with creamy garlic sauce and melted mozzarella or ricotta balls, topped with dried Italian herbs, with a slice being pulled away showing a dramatic cheese pull.

White Garlic Pizza Sauce - Creamy & Perfect for Homemade Pizza

A rich and creamy white garlic sauce that takes any homemade pizza to the next level — smooth, flavorful, and irresistibly cheesy!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk or half-and-half for richer flavor
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated for best flavor
  • 1/4 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a light roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook until the sauce thickens, about 3–4 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and oregano (if using). Mix until smooth and creamy.
  6. Use immediately on pizza, pasta, or as a dipping sauce. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Notes

For a garlic lover’s version, roast the garlic before adding it to the sauce. You can also make it vegan by substituting plant-based butter, milk, and nutritional yeast for the cheese.