Dinner

White Garlic Pizza Sauce Recipe

ByMarina Montclair November 20, 2025November 20, 2025

Introduction

This White Garlic Pizza Sauce is a creamy, flavorful alternative to traditional tomato-based sauces. Infused with roasted garlic and rich cheese, it adds a luxurious touch to any pizza or pasta dish. Easy to make and customizable, it’s perfect for home cooks looking to elevate their meals.

A thick, golden pizza crust forms the base with lightly browned edges. On top, a layer of melted cheese covers the whole surface, with nine small, creamy, white garlic cloves evenly spaced around the outer part of the pizza. In the center, a smooth, creamy white sauce is being poured, creating a small pool in the middle. The pizza sits on parchment paper over a wooden board, with whole garlic bulbs blurred in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

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)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the garlic by roasting or sautéing it until fragrant. You can also sauté onions or shallots if you like for extra flavor.
Step 2: Melt the butter or heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
Step 3: Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 1–2 minutes until aromatic, taking care not to brown it.
Step 4: Slowly pour in the cream or milk while whisking continually to combine the ingredients smoothly.
Step 5: If using, add the grated Parmesan gradually, stirring to thicken the sauce and enrich the flavor.
Step 6: Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, a pinch of nutmeg, and any fresh or dried herbs you prefer. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 7: For an extra smooth texture, blend the sauce using an immersion blender if desired.
Step 8: Adjust the consistency by thinning with milk or broth if you want a pourable sauce, or simmer gently to thicken it for a pizza base.
Step 9: Use the sauce immediately by spreading it on pizza or drizzling over pasta. Alternatively, refrigerate or freeze it for later use.

Tips & Variations

For a vegan version, use almond, oat, or cashew milk and omit the cheese or substitute with vegan Parmesan.
Add mozzarella, fontina, or extra Parmesan for a richer, cheesier sauce.
Roasting the garlic deepens its flavor and takes away some of the sharpness for a smoother taste.
Fresh herbs like basil or oregano added right before serving brighten the sauce beautifully.

Storage

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm gently over low heat, stirring to maintain a smooth consistency. You can also freeze the sauce for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

A thick pizza with a golden-brown crust is shown on white parchment paper set on a wooden board. The pizza has one main layer of melted cheese spread all over, lightly browned on top, with nine small tightly coiled white garlic bulb shapes evenly placed around the edges. A white creamy sauce is being poured in the center over the cheese, looking smooth and glossy, about to spread out. The background features whole garlic bulbs slightly out of focus. The scene is set on a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use this sauce for dishes other than pizza?

Yes, this white garlic sauce works wonderfully as a pasta sauce, a dip for breadsticks, or even drizzled over roasted vegetables.

How can I make the sauce thinner or thicker if needed?

To thin the sauce, add a little more milk or broth while warming it up. To thicken, simmer gently to reduce the liquid or add more cheese for extra thickness.