Name: 20+ BEST Pizza Dipping Sauces
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter; 6 cloves garlic (grated or finely minced (1 Tablespoon)); 2 Tablespoons flour; 1 1/2 cups half and half; ½ cup chicken stock (or vegetable stock or water); 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley (minced); Kosher salt and fresh black pepper (to taste)

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Wondering what the best dipping sauces for pizza are? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of 20+ easy sauce recipes.

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These dipping sauces are not only delicious with pizza, but they’re great with chicken tenders and chicken wings too!

And while the most popular pizza dipping sauce may be creamy ranch, there are so many great options!

The BEST Pizza Dipping Sauces

Marinara sauce: This is a classic dipping sauce for pizza, as it complements the tomato sauce and cheese on the pizza.

Marinara sauce

Ranch dressing: This creamy dressing pairs well with the salty and savory flavors of pizza.

Ranch Dressing

Garlic sauce: This sauce is a great option for those who enjoy a creamy, garlicky flavor. It's especially good with cheesy or garlic pizza.

Garlic Sauce

Buffalo sauce: If you like your pizza with a bit of a kick, buffalo sauce is a great choice. It's particularly delicious with chicken or pepperoni pizza.

Buffalo Sauce

Make this 15-minute Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Sauce to instantly transform your pasta, chicken, or seafood into a gourmet meal! It’s luxurious and easy to make with cream, sun dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese.

Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Sauce

Overhead close up of bowl of pesto genovese with spoon.

Pesto sauce: Pesto is a great option for those who want a lighter dipping sauce that's packed with flavor. It goes well with veggie or chicken pizzas.

Pesto Sauce

Jalapeño Ranch is perfect as a dressing, dip or sauce. It’s creamy with a distinct herby flavor but its subtle spicy kick is what keeps you coming back for more!

Jalapeno Ranch

BBQ sauce: Sweet and tangy BBQ sauce pairs well with meats like chicken or sausage on pizza.

BBQ Sauce

Honey mustard dipping sauce in small serving bowl next to honey wand.

Honey mustard sauce: For those who enjoy a sweet and tangy flavor, honey mustard sauce is a great option. It pairs well with chicken or vegetable pizzas.

Honey Mustard Sauce

Blue cheese dressing: If you like the taste of blue cheese, try it as a dipping sauce for your pizza. It goes well with meaty or spicy pizzas.

Blue Cheese Dressing

Chipotle crema: If you like a smoky and spicy flavor, chipotle crema is a great choice. It goes well with all types of pizza, especially those with a bit of heat.

Chipotle Crema

Diavolo Sauce is an easy and spicy marinara sauce made with flavor-forward ingredients, like tomatoes, garlic, white wine, and red pepper flakes. Toss it with spaghetti and your favorite seafood and enjoy!

Diavolo Sauce

Alfredo sauce: If you're a fan of white pizzas or creamy flavors, Alfredo sauce is a great dipping sauce choice. It's especially good with chicken or vegetable pizzas.

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Balsamic glaze: For a more unique flavor, try balsamic glaze as a dipping sauce. It's a bit sweet and tangy, and goes well with vegetable or meaty pizzas.

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Easy Homemade Hot Honey {2 Ingredients, 2 Methods}!

Honey infused with chili pepper flakes for a sweet and hot combo! This versatile condiment can be used as a dip for your favorite pizza crust.

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This homemade Chick-Fil-A Sauce tastes just like the real thing! A cross between smoky barbecue sauce and creamy honey mustard creates the ideal dipping sauce for chicken tenders, chicken nuggets, fries, and all of your fast food favorites.

Chick-Fil-A Sauce

Add a tangy, sweet and spicy kick to your chicken nuggets with Bang Bang Sauce! It’s an easy, creamy chili and mayo dipping sauce made from ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.

Bang Bang Sauce

This Peruvian Green Sauce (or Aji Verde) is a spicy and versatile condiment. Made with jalapeno, cilantro, and fresh lime juice, plus Greek yogurt to give it a creamy texture. It's an amazing dipping sauce, spread or dressing.

Peruvian Green Sauce

This Alabama White BBQ Sauce is a rich and tangy twist on traditional barbecue sauce. Made with mayo, horseradish, and seasonings, the bold flavors pair perfectly with grilled meats and so much more!

White BBQ Sauce

Add a sweet and spicy kick to your fries, burgers, and more with this homemade Boom Boom Sauce recipe! It’s an easy chili and mayo dipping sauce made from ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.

Boom Boom Sauce

Crema arranged on plate with limes and cilantro.

This quick and tangy Cilantro Lime Crema is ready in just 5 minutes. Better than sour cream, this Mexican condiment is flavored with fresh cilantro and lime juice to create a creamy and vibrant dressing, taco topping, or dipping sauce.

Cilantro Lime Crema

This easy, creamy Pesto Mayo Sauce combines mayo, pesto, and lemon juice to give you an addictively delicious condiment to spread on a sandwich, drizzle on a salad, and more!

Pesto Mayo

How to make ahead and store

Many of these dipping sauce recipes can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead.

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20+ BEST Pizza Dipping Sauces

Wondering what the best dipping sauces for pizza are? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of 20+ easy sauce recipes. Try this 5-minute Creamy Garlic Sauce. The flavors are rich and savory, and will keep you coming back for more!

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 10

Servings: 4 people

Created by Platings and Pairings

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
6 cloves garlic (grated or finely minced (1 Tablespoon))
2 Tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups half and half
½ cup chicken stock (or vegetable stock or water)
2 Tablespoons fresh parsley (minced)
Kosher salt and fresh black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add the flour and cook until lightly golden, 1-2 minutes.
Slowly whisk in the half and half and chicken stock. Simmer, until thickened, 1-2 minutes.
Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

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Large Skillet

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20+ Dipping Sauces for Pizza (Easy & Delicious!)