Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic
Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic is the best version I’ve made. I fix soggy crusts by pre-baking the dough. The golden crust and crispy edges make this better than takeout. Try my easy recipe for a restaurant-quality meal. Check out my Lobster Mac and Cheese for more cheese love. Jump to Recipe You might also love my Lobster Mac and Cheese.
Why This Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy edges
- Golden crust
- Melty cheese
- Fresh arugula
What You'll Need for Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 1/2 cups pizza dough
- 1 cup white sauce
- 1/2 cup sliced garlic
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella
- 2 cups arugula
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- Optional: 1/4 cup croutons
- Optional: 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pizza dough: Use store-bought or homemade for best results.
- White sauce: Make it with butter, flour, and milk for a creamy base.
- Mozzarella: Use fresh mozzarella for the best melt.
- Arugula: Add right before serving to keep it fresh.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Baking Steel — Prevents soggy crusts and creates crispy edges. → See on Amazon
- Pizza Peel — Eases transferring pizza to the oven without tearing the crust. → See on Amazon
How to Make Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Prepare dough: Roll dough into a 12-inch round. Place on a floured pizza tray or stone.
- Add white sauce: Spread white sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle garlic slices on top.
- Add mozzarella: Layer sliced fresh mozzarella over the garlic.
- Bake pizza: Bake for 10–12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Add arugula: Remove from oven. Top with fresh arugula. Serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic
- Best technique: Pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding sauce and toppings.
- Common mistake and fix: Soggy crusts happen when dough is too wet. Use a baking steel and pre-bake the dough.
- Seasoning trick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat.
- Topping tip: Use fresh mozzarella instead of shredded for better melt and texture.
Storing & Reheating Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare dough and sauce up to 24 hours in advance.
Freezing Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic
Freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw and reheat in oven.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat at 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes. Microwave: Not recommended. May make crust soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use a baking steel for restaurant-quality crust.
- Best substitution: If no white sauce, mix butter, flour, and milk for a quick version.
- Make-ahead: Make dough and sauce ahead, then assemble and bake when ready.
- Scaling: Double or triple ingredients for larger groups.
- Troubleshooting: If crust is too wet, pat dry with a paper towel before adding toppings.
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Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups pizza dough
- 1 cup white sauce
- 1/2 cup sliced garlic
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella
- 2 cups arugula
Seasonings
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional Toppings
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1/4 cup croutons
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Prepare dough: Roll dough into a 12-inch round. Place on a floured pizza tray or stone.
- Add white sauce: Spread white sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle garlic slices on top.
- Add mozzarella: Layer sliced fresh mozzarella over the garlic.
- Bake pizza: Bake for 10–12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Add arugula: Remove from oven. Top with fresh arugula. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use a baking steel for restaurant-quality crust.
- Best substitution: If no white sauce, mix butter, flour, and milk for a quick version.
- Make-ahead: Make dough and sauce ahead, then assemble and bake when ready.
- Scaling: Double or triple ingredients for larger groups.
- Troubleshooting: If crust is too wet, pat dry with a paper towel before adding toppings.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw and reheat in oven.
- Oven reheat: Reheat at 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Not recommended. May make crust soggy.
- Make ahead: Prepare dough and sauce up to 24 hours in advance.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 15g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic FAQs
Yes, make the dough and sauce ahead. Assemble and bake when ready.
Soggy crusts often happen when dough is too wet. Use a baking steel and pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes.
Yes, freeze in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Thaw and reheat in oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes.
Pre-bake the dough on a baking steel for a crispy crust. Use fresh mozzarella and add garlic for extra flavor.
If no white sauce, mix butter, flour, and milk for a quick version. Add garlic for more flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Creamy White Sauce Pizza with Garlic and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
