Homemade Pizza Sauce (Easy, No-Cook Recipe)

Name: Homemade Pizza Sauce (Easy, No-Cook Recipe)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 14 ounces diced tomatoes (drained); 5 ounces tomato sauce; 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon light brown sugar (or honey); 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

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This delicious Homemade Pizza Sauce is quick to make (no cooking needed) with simple pantry ingredients. Full of flavor with oregano, basil, and garlic, you’ll never want to buy pre-made pizza sauce again!

A spoon scooping up homemade pizza sauce from a jar.

Pizza is something I make often for my kids, so having a go-to pizza sauce recipe is a must! I find jarred pizza sauces don’t always have the best flavor and can be too sweet for our taste. This homemade version is easy to adapt and takes only a few minutes to make. It freezes well, too, meaning I can batch-make the sauce for last-minute pizza nights.

Whether you’re making classic cheese pizza, veggie-loaded flatbreads, or meal-prep pizza bowls, this sauce gives you that authentic flavor without the added sugar or preservatives found in most store-bought versions.

Try out this sauce on my Bruschetta Pizza or Cauliflower Crust Pizza recipes.

Recipe Overview

Skill Level

Beginner

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

0 mins

Why This Pizza Sauce Works

Made with simple pantry ingredients
No cooking required
Perfect thickness for spreading
Freezer-friendly
Better than Store-bought
Ready in 5 minutes

Ingredients Needed

Below are the ingredients you’ll need to make Homemade Pizza Sauce. The full quantities are listed on the recipe card below.

ingredients to make homemade pizza sauce.

Canned tomatoes: Easy and convenient, they’re the way to go for year-round, flavorful sauce. You can use chopped or whole canned tomatoes here, just strain them first before blending.
Tomato sauce: Smooth tomato sauce or passata adds a more concentrated tomato flavor. You can use tomato paste if you prefer.
Olive oil: Adds some richness and body to the pizza sauce. Avocado oil also works.
Italian seasoning, dried oregano, and dried basil: Dried herbs are full of flavor and a simple way to enhance the sauce’s taste.
Garlic powder and onion powder: Round out the sauce’s flavor with minimal fuss.
Light brown sugar: Adds a touch of sweetness to the sauce to balance the tomatoes’ acidity.
Salt and black pepper

Variations & Tips

Freeze the pizza sauce in 1/2-cup portions so it’s easy to defrost enough for a couple of pizzas.
Use high-quality canned tomatoes here, as they make up the majority of the sauce and will shine through.
Draining excess liquid from canned tomatoes before using helps make a thick sauce without pre-cooking.
For a more rustic texture, crush all the ingredients together by hand in a bowl instead of blending.
Add a splash of balsamic vinegar if the sauce tastes a bit bland. The acidity and sweetness balance the tomatoes out nicely.
Let it sit before using. Even 10–15 minutes helps the dried herbs bloom and deepen in flavor.
Don’t pre-cook it. It cooks in the oven on the pizza. Pre-cooking can make it too concentrated.

How to Make Homemade Pizza Sauce

process shot of adding the pizza sauce ingredients in a blender and blending.

Step 1: Add the drained tomatoes, tomato sauce, oil, sugar, herbs, and seasonings to a blender or food processor.

Step 2: Pulse 15-16 times, or until the mixture is smooth and uniform, with no visible tomato chunks.

process shot of storing the pizza sauce in a jar.

Step 3: Place the sauce in a lidded jar and store it in the fridge until ready to use.

Common Questions

How do I store homemade pizza sauce?

Store the pizza sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Can I freeze pizza sauce?

Yes. Freeze in small portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before using.

How do I Use it on my Pizza?

There’s no need to cook this sauce before using; it’s ready to go straight from the jar. Just roll out your pizza dough and spread a thin layer of the sauce before adding your toppings and baking.

Do I need to Cook it before using?

No you can use this pizza sauce as-is, no need to cook it. If you prefer a thicker, more intense sauce you can simmer the sauce in a pot over a low heat until reduced to your preferred thickness.

How much sauce Do I need for one pizza?

For a 12-inch pizza crust, you’ll need around 1/3-1/2 cup of pizza sauce. It’s best not to use too much sauce; the crust can become soggy. Spread in a thin, even layer. You can always use more or less.

Ways to Use This Sauce

As a dipping sauce for breadsticks or garlic bread.
Classic homemade pizza or over this chicken crust pizza.
Flatbreads or cottage cheese pizza crust.
English muffin pizzas
Pizza grilled cheese
Pizza bowls like this cottage cheese pizza bowl.

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