If you have ever wanted to learn how to make a homemade gluten free pizza sauce, now is the time! This simple pizza sauce recipe requires only a few simple pantry ingredients! Make it in just 20 minutes.
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Our family has a tradition of making homemade gluten free pizza every Friday night. Pizza is wildly popular in our house and makes a perfect family dinner. Everyone can choose their own toppings.
The last time I went grocery shopping, I couldn’t find any pizza sauce, so I decided to make one from scratch. You won’t believe how easy it is to make pizza sauce!
If you want to try making gluten free sourdough pizza crust, you can start by making this easy sourdough starter! It takes 5 days to ferment, and I should have that crust recipe up by then.
Why this homemade gluten-free pizza sauce recipe is better than store-bought:
- You won’t believe how easy it is to make a pizza sauce from canned tomato sauce and spices!
- Kids and family will love it! Even my tomato-hating picky eater loves this sauce on pizza.
- All you need is a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry!
Give this sauce a try on my homemade pizza crust recipe! You can also use this sauce to make my delicious gluten free pizza rolls.
I made the pizza sauce, it taste fresh compared to the store bought, I also made your pizza dough using Bob Red Mill, it turned out just right. My gluten free pizza was tasty.
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I will be using these recipes again.”
Allergen Information:
This homemade pizza sauce recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, soy-free, and oat-free.
Ingredient Notes:
- Tomato Sauce – I like to use plain with no added herbs
- Tomato Paste – Most are gluten free, but always double-check the ingredients of tomato paste. Be sure to check that your tomato paste is gluten free!
- Spices like basil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Can you use fresh herbs?
If you can find fresh herbs, definitely use them! In the recipe, I give measurements for dried herbs, so double the number of fresh herbs you use!
You can also grow fresh herbs in your kitchen window! We love growing herbs, so we always have fresh herbs on-hand for our cooking. Many ask what herbs are in pizza sauce, and my favorites (and the most common) are basil and oregano.
Try this white pizza sauce recipe if you want a pizza sauce alternative! Everyone loves this Alfredo Sauce recipe! Just use the alfredo sauce the same way you would use tomato-based pizza sauce.
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Step-By-Step Photos and Directions:
Step 1: Gather your ingredients to see if you have all of the ingredients on hand.
Step 2: Add your tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, and spices to a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat.
Step 3: Cover and turn the temperature to low, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
That is it! This homemade pizza sauce tastes like the sauce you would get at any pizza restaurant, and you made it with simple pantry ingredients!
Store the unused sauce in an airtight container. You can freeze this in blocks with these incredible Souper Cubes for family portions or freeze it in an ice cube tray for single-size portions of sauce.
Try these fun flavor swaps!
Given how hard it has been to find some ingredients lately, I am giving you a few options so you can enjoy pizza anytime! This is a pizza sauce made with tomato paste recipe. You can substitute ketchup if you can’t find it in your store.
- Make your pizza sauce spicy by adding crushed red peppers.
- Use organic tomato sauce and tomato paste to make this an organic pizza sauce.
- Add grated parmesan to the sauce for a cheesier flavored sauce.
- If you have fresh garlic on hand, use 2 minced cloves instead of the garlic powder. (Who knew Gilroy, the garlic capital, would have a garlic shortage?)
Frequently Asked Questions:
It is good that you are thinking about this important question. The answer is it depends. Single herbs and spices tend to be gluten free (always check ingredients just to be sure!) Spice blends often have anti-caking ingredients, so always look at the ingredient list.
Thanks to the tomato paste, you will not need to thicken this pizza sauce.
I keep my pizza sauce in a mason jar or airtight container. This pizza sauce should keep fresh for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
If you love Italian sauces as much as we do, try my homemade marinara sauce recipe too!
Enjoy these sides with your pizza:
Try this delicious kid-friendly Kale and Apple Salad or this Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon recipe a try with the pizza!
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Ingredients
Method
- Combine all of the ingredients into a saucepan.
- Cover and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Turn the heat down to low and simmer an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
Notes
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I made the pizza sauce, it taste fresh compared to the store bought, I also made your pizza dough using Bob Red Mill, it turned out just right. My gluten free pizza was tasty. I will be using these recipes again. I also made the flakey biscuits, I’ll be having with sausage and gravy in the morning. Thanks so very much for sharing your recipes. It has been years since I have eaten either of these foods.
I am so glad you loved my pizza sauce, pizza, and biscuit recipes. I am so thankful you are having great success with my recipes. Thank you!
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Have you every canned this?
Hi Elaine, I am a little embarrassed to say I have never canned anything before. If you try canning this sauce, please come back and let me know how it turns out.
Delicious! This will be our new go-to for pizza night.
I am glad you are putting this recipe to good use!
Your recipe calls for 2 cans of tomato sauce. What size can? Makes a VERY big difference.
You are right, thank you so much Becki. The cans are 15 ounces.
I thought about making a double batch, can this be frozen?
Hi Jacque, this can easily be frozen :-). I recommend freezing in ice cube trays so that you can have the right amount every time.