Traditional Italian Herbs are combined with onion flakes, garlic powder, thyme, rosemary and red pepper flakes in this spice mix to take your pizza to the next level.
I love making homemade pizza, it is an inexpensive alternative to visiting our local pizza parlor. But I couldn’t help but feel something was missing…I was using a good sauce, and fresh cheese, but for some reason, my pizzas seemed somewhat boring, and maybe even a little uninspired. Until I found this recipe for Homemade Pizza seasoning.
What is Pizza Seasoning?
Homemade Pizza seasoning is simply a blend of traditional Italian spices, which complements pizza remarkably well.
The more I used this homemade seasoning blend, the more I appreciated the mix of flavors. I now use this in place of Italian seasoning in many recipes, there is no comparison. Italian seasoning is flat and lacking compared to this blend. I add a teaspoon in the ricotta mixture for my stuffed shells, it is always included in my Baked Ziti, sprinkled on homemade breadsticks, and I even use it in bread dough. The uses for this mix are endless.
Homemade Pizza Seasoning stores very well in an airtight container, go ahead and mix some up in advance you will be surprised how much you reach for it while cooking and baking! I like to use a shaker lid on a mason jar, so I can flip the top open and quickly measure out exactly what I need.
How do I use homemade pizza seasoning?
I started using homemade pizza seasoning to sprinkle on my homemade pizza crusts prior to baking, but quickly expanded my usage of it. I now incorporate it into my homemade sauce or even add a little into the dough ingredients in my bread maker to bake the flavor right into the dough.
Homemade Pizza Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tbsp oregano
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 1/2 tbsp dried onion flakes
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients. The most flavorful results are achieved with a mortar and pestle or a Spice or Coffee Grinder.
- Store in a tightly sealed container and in a dry, cool place
Keith Christofferson says
I have all the ingredients on hand except for onion flakes. Can I substitute with onion powder?
Jennifer Morrisey says
I might scale back the onion powder slightly, perhaps to 1 tablespoon, and taste test it. If the flavor isn’t to your satisfaction, use a dash or two more. As always, please use your best judgment regarding substitutions and modifications 🙂
David E. says
Too bad that the ingredient list is un readable.
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Jennifer Morrisey says
Sorry about the formatting issues, I have fixed it!
Brandi says
I have tried so many different recipes for pizza seasoning, and this is the BEST! Soooooo good.
West Coast Bob says
Great taste. However, as usual, I over did it. A little goes a long way. Sprinkled on my, foccacia, french breads, etc. Helps it all.
THANKS!!!
Stephan Gonyo says
Thanks I made a double batch of this spice and used a Teaspoon in two small loafs of bread I made today. Everybody loved the bread. Can’t wait to try it in other things including my homemade pizza. I will put it in with the dough and on top. Bet it would be good in mashed potatos too. Thanks again.
Jennifer Morrisey says
I am so glad you enjoyed the pizza seasoning! I have never thought to add it to mashed potatoes, but now that you mention it I think it would be awesome!
Kathryn Barnes says
Excellent tasting recipe and very versatile! Thanks for the recipe!
Jennifer Morrisey says
Thank you for stopping back and letting me know, I am so glad you enjoyed it!
Savannah M says
Do you think pizza seasoning would taste good on roasted potatoes?
Jennifer Morrisey says
I have used this to season roasted potatoes, and I love it, especially with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese! It definitely gives the potatoes an Italian taste!
Dorothy says
Will be anxious to see your new recipe for pizza sauce
Jennifer Morrisey says
Thanks, Dorthy! You can find the recipe right here: https://homeinthefingerlakes.com/pizza-sauce/
Jennifer says
This is the best pizza seasoning ever. I made it once, used it all up and now this time I made a double batch. Thank you.
Jennifer Morrisey says
Yay! I am so glad you enjoyed 🙂
jay says
I tried this today and it really made a difference in taste. Excellent!! I’ll keep and share withh others. Thanks!!
Jennifer Morrisey says
Yay!! I am so glad you enjoyed it!
Charla says
Dried oregano? This time of year I do not have any fresh oregano
Jennifer Morrisey says
Yes, dried oregano! Hope you like it 🙂
nan says
how much do you use on one pizza
Jennifer Morrisey says
I just sprinkle it on the top lightly, or if I am making my own dough I add about a teaspoon in with the ingredients in my breadmaker.
Mert says
Thank you so much for the recipe❤️
Jennifer Morrisey says
I hope you enjoy it!!
Alice says
I would like to make some for my daughter for Christmas. What kind of chili flakes and where would you find them? Alice
Jennifer Morrisey says
Hi Alice,
They are also known as crushed red pepper flakes, the most common kind found in the grocery store are available from McCormick. I will update the recipe with a link to the product on Amazon so you can get a visual!
Pizza Chef Mike says
Totally using this for my next pizza recipe! Will go great with my homemade hot & spicy pizza sauce. Thanks for sharing
n.s krish says
Great recipe. Don’t you use garlic bits instead of powder. and hot oil to remove the raw flavour of the herbs.
Jennifer Morrisey says
Thank you!
The spin through the spice grinder makes the herb pieces smaller, and they seem blend into the cheese pretty well.
But I am working on a pizza sauce recipe that uses the Homemade Pizza seasoning right in it. I should have that posted next week!
Martin says
Hi Jennifer,
Would you mind sending me your recipe for your homemade pizza sauce you had created.
Thank you !!
Julie Stiegemeyer says
Great recipe! Thanks–I think I’ll try this on the pizzas we’re making for a fundraiser.
Jennifer Morrisey says
Thank you Julie! We love it and use it a lot! 🙂
Ericka says
I really like to make my own seasoning blends whenever possible, I think they taste better and I know they don’t have a bunch of extra salt and/or preservatives. This sounds like a great seasoning blend for pizza! Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday!