Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce Copycat Recipe

Name: Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Butter; ½ Cup Parmesan Cheese; ¾ Cup Half-and-Half Milk; 1 Tablespoon All-Purpose Flour; 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic; ¼ Cup Parsley

This creamy Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce creates a burst of flavors with any dish you serve it with. What’s best is not just the taste but also the simple ingredients, which I bet are already stacked in your refrigerator.

I was bored of my usual dips and needed something new that tasted garlicky but not entirely garlicky. Being a classic in the list of sauces, this Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce took my heart away right after I tried it for the first time.

I am so happy I tried this recipe because it gets ready in just 15 minutes. So, get your notes ready to make delicious restaurant-style dip in no time.

What's In The Post

Equipment Required

Pan: I use a pan to prepare my Pizza Hut creamy garlic sauce.
Blender: Once the sauce is made, I use a blender to blend all the ingredients into a smooth sauce-like consistency.
Spatula: I use a rubber spatula to mix all the ingredients.
Serving Bowl: I use small fancy bowls to serve my Pizza Hut creamy garlic sauce.

Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce Ingredients & Substitution

Note: The ingredients in this sauce can serve up to 4 people.

2 Tablespoons Butter: I use butter in this recipe, but you can also add margarine, which is made from vegetable fat, to keep it healthy.
½ Cup Parmesan Cheese: When I do not have parmesan cheese on hand, I use cheddar or mozzarella cheese for this recipe.
¾ Cup Half-and-Half Milk: You can use a blend of milk and cream as an alternative.
1 Tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
¼ Cup Parsley

Preparation & Cooking Time

Preparation time	Cooking Time	Total time
10 Minutes	15 Minutes	25 Minutes

How to Make Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce At Home

Step 1

Take a pan and add some butter to it.

Step 2

To it, add some minced garlic.

Step 3

After tossing the minced garlic in the pan, add the all-purpose flour and start stirring it.

Step 4

When all the ingredients are nicely toasted, add half and half mix to the pan.

Step 5

To this pan, quickly add some grated cheese and blend the mixture.

Step 6

Once the cheese starts melting and creates the desired consistency, add parsley from top for the final garnish.

Step 7

Allow the dip to sit in the pan for some time.

Step 8

Finally, transfer the mix from the pan to the blender and blend it all into a smooth, thick paste.

Step 9

After completion, pour it into a fancy bowl and it is ready to be served.

Expert Tips That I Recommend

When I make my Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce at home, I like it a bit thick. To achieve this, I add heavy cream along with half and half milk. This gives the desired consistency, which is a perfect recreation of the classic Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce.
I made the mistake of getting my garlic burnt on the first attempt, which ruined the taste. Burnt garlic can alter the taste of your garlic sauce, so make sure you roast them only mildly.
When adding the milk, I whisk it constantly to get a smooth sauce without any lumps.
I also follow the same method of constantly whisking the pan when adding the flour or little lumps that can be created in the sauce.
Whenever I find the sauce separating after reheating, I blend it again to restore the consistency.
If not cooked properly, flour can leave a raw taste. Hence, I always ensure that the flour is cooked properly before adding more liquid to avoid the raw taste.

FAQs About Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce

Can you make Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce ahead of time?

Yes, it is advised to make this Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce ahead of time. The resting stage allows the flavors to set in, eventually making it a perfect dip.

Why is your Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce watery?

If your Pizza Hut garlic sauce has turned out watery, it is because it was cooked at a high temperature. Quickly add ice water to the blender along with other ingredients to thicken the consistency and prevent it from getting watery.

How can we thicken Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce?

To thicken your Pizza Hut creamy garlic sauce, add equal amounts of flour and water. Keep stirring it until the desired consistency is reached.

Why is your Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce tasting bitter?

If you use old garlic cloves, the garlic sauce will likely turn bitter. Use fresh garlic cloves to get that creamy, refreshing taste.

How can you adjust the garlic flavor if it’s too strong?

If the garlic flavor is too strong, you can balance it by adding more cheese or a splash of cream. Additionally, cooking the garlic for a shorter time can also reduce its intensity.

Nutritional Information Per Serving

Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce might not be the healthiest option to have daily but it is okay to consume it in moderation. Garlic is healthy but the cheese and butter can be a big concern in this recipe.

Calories	360 kcal
Total Fat	26.1 g
Saturated Fat	16.5 g
Cholesterol	72 mg
Sodium	391 mg
Total Carbohydrate	21. 6 g
Dietary Fibers	1.5 g
Total Sugars	0.3 g
Protein	11.6 g
Vitamin D	14 mg
Calcium	268 mg
Iron	3 mg
Potassium	172 mg

One of the best things about this Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce is that it is naturally keto and vegetarian-friendly. So people following those diets can have this easily without any concerns.

Recipe Variations For Different Diets

Gluten-Free: When I heard that this delicious creamy garlic pizza sauce is not gluten-free, I quickly looked for alternatives. There are not many ingredients in this sauce that contain gluten, so to make it gluten-free, I swapped the all-purpose flour with buckwheat flour or almond flour.
Dairy-Free: To make this recipe dairy-free, I use unsweetened dairy-free milk. I also avoid adding cheese and use nutritional yeast instead to create that nice creamy texture.

Storing And Reheating This Recipe

Storing

Countertop: I have found that leaving the Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce on the countertop allows the flavors to blend nicely. However, after 2-3 hours, I recommend putting it in a refrigerator to prevent it from getting spoiled.
Refrigerate: Since this sauce can be served with various main dishes, I make it in batches and store it in the fridge for 3-4 days. While doing so, I put it in airtight containers to keep the flavors and texture intact.
Freezer: When I make the sauce in even larger batches to use for months, I pour it into airtight containers or freezer-friendly bags and freeze it for about 2-3 months.

Reheating

Microwave: I enjoy a nice, warm Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce; using a microwave is the best way to reheat it. I pop my Pizza Hut creamy garlic sauce in a microwave-friendly dish and heat at low settings with a 20-second increment.
Stovetop: I find heating the Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce to be very easy on the stovetop. So, I add a few splashes of milk in the pan to prevent the sauce from sticking. Then I gently stir it until it warms enough, and then I serve it with the main dishes.

What To Serve With This Recipe

This low-fat, refreshing Pizza Hut Garlic Sauce is a perfect addition to any meal. I enjoy it with my bread in the morning and with my Salad for lunch.

If you are not much of a salad person, then you can also enjoy it with Gabubu Bread, bandore tote, or Nan, and it tastes immaculate. Being a versatile dip, I also enjoy it with French Fries, and this is one of my favorite combinations to try out.

But on days when I feel guilty about my food choices, I combine my Pizza Hut creamy garlic sauce with a bowl of veggies consisting of beetroot, cucumber, onions, and veggies of my choice.