Garlic Sauce for Pizza: The Perfect Creamy and Flavorful Dip
If you’re a pizza lover, you know how important the right dipping sauce can be to elevate your pizza experience. Garlic sauce for pizza is a game-changer—rich, creamy, and bursting with garlicky flavor. Whether you want it as a drizzle for your pizza, a dip for the crust, or even a spread for garlic bread, this sauce is quick to make and absolutely irresistible.
In this article, I’ll walk you through an easy step-by-step method to make homemade garlic sauce for pizza. It’s far better than any store-bought version and only requires a few simple ingredients.
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Sauce
- Incredible Flavor: The perfect balance of garlic, butter, and creaminess.
- Quick and Easy: Ready in under 10 minutes with pantry staples.
- Versatile: Use it as a pizza drizzle, crust dip, or a sauce for pasta and breadsticks.
- Better Than Takeout: A homemade version of popular pizza chain garlic sauces, but fresher and richer.
Ingredients for Garlic Sauce for Pizza
Here’s what you’ll need to make the ultimate garlic sauce (serves about 4 people):
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 4-5 cloves fresh garlic, minced (or 2 teaspoons garlic paste)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for extra depth of flavor)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for thickening)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or whole milk for a lighter version)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional for added richness)
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Step-by-Step Method to Make Garlic Sauce for Pizza
