Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe (5 Minutes + video)

Quick and Delicious Homemade Pizza Sauce

This homemade pizza sauce recipe comes together in just 5 minutes using 8 simple ingredients. A no-cook method keeps it quick while packing in bold flavors inspired by my time working in a Chicago pizzeria. It’s the perfect way to elevate your homemade pizzas without extra effort!

Why Make Pizza Sauce at Home?

Making pizza at home is fun, cost-effective, and simple—my kids started making it weekly when they were just five! This sauce has become our favorite because it’s quick to whip up and creates the most flavorful pizzas we’ve ever had.

Living in Chicago, I’ve tasted some of the best pizza on the planet, and I know the sauce is key. After an underwhelming experience at a renowned pizza joint, I decided to craft a sauce that’s rich, thick, and anything but ordinary. This recipe guarantees every slice is bursting with flavor!

Ingredient Tips & Substitutions

Tomato Sauce: If you’re out, blend canned diced tomatoes or fresh tomatoes for a substitute.
Tomato Paste: Essential for a thick consistency—don’t skip it! It prevents soggy pizza crusts.
Spices: Dried oregano and Italian seasoning are classics, but fresh herbs can be used for a milder taste. Adjust to your flavor preferences.
Garlic Salt: Swap with extra garlic powder and sea salt if needed.
Sugar: Adds balance and mellows the tang of tomatoes. Omit or replace with honey for a natural sweetness.

This recipe is vegan-friendly, making it ideal for plant-based or dairy-free pizza nights.

Simple Steps for Perfect Pizza Sauce

Combine Base Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together tomato paste and tomato sauce until smooth.
Incorporate Spices
Mix in oregano, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, garlic salt, pepper, and sugar. Stir until evenly blended.
Use Immediately or Store
Spread generously on your favorite pizza dough and build your pizza toppings.

Pizza Pairing Suggestions

Try it with an easy, no-rise homemade pizza dough or opt for a hearty whole-wheat version.
Use it in recipes like classic cheese pizza, pepperoni, BBQ chicken, or even French bread pizza.

Storage Tips

Refrigerate: Store in a glass jar for up to two weeks.
Freeze: Keep in an airtight container for up to three months. Let it thaw and reach room temperature before using.

This homemade pizza sauce ensures every bite of your pizza is packed with bold, rich flavor, making delivery a thing of the past!

Ingredients

6 ounces tomato paste
15 ounces tomato sauce
1-2 Tablespoons dried oregano to taste
2 Tablespoons Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ Tablespoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar

Pizza Sauce Recipe FAQs

How many pizzas can I make with this pizza sauce recipe?

This recipe makes enough sauce to make two large pizzas, or four medium-sized pizza.

Can I double this recipe?

This easy pizza sauce recipe is easily doubled or tripled.

What is the difference between Pizza Sauce and Spaghetti Sauce?

This is a common question I get asked all the time! Here are some distinctions between the two:
Spaghetti sauce has a higher water content. This is why I don’t recommend using a jar of marinara when making homemade pizza, you could end up with a mushy watery mess!
Pizza sauce is thicker. this goes along with the point above, but pizza sauce contains tomato paste, which causes it to spread easier and more evenly!
Pizza sauce is more flavorful. This might be my own opinion, but we like a lot more spices in our pizza sauce than we do in our spaghetti sauce!

Should homemade pizza sauce be cooked?

This recipe is for a no-cook pizza sauce so it does not need to be cooked.

Can I use ketchup as pizza sauce?

I actually get this question a lot – please do not use ketchup as pizza sauce. Ketchup is not a substitute for any of the ingredients in this recipe.