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If you’ve ever made homemade pizza and felt like something was missing, it was probably the seasoning.
This homemade pizza seasoning blend is bold, balanced, and built specifically for pizza — not just a generic Italian mix. It combines oregano, basil, garlic, and just a hint of crushed red pepper for that classic pizzeria-style flavor.
Once you make your own, it becomes one of those pantry staples you reach for constantly.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Better than store-bought seasoning packets
- Salt-free so you control the flavor in every recipe
- Perfect for pizza sauce, pizza dough, and breadsticks
- Made with simple pantry herbs
- Ready in 5 minutes
If you’re already making my Homemade Pizza Sauce (No Cook) or Homemade Pizza Dough, this blend takes both to the next level. If you’re ready to take it up a notch, use this blend in some No Knead Pizza Artisan Bread
Ingredients
- Dried oregano
- Dried basil
- Garlic salt (or Powder)
- Onion powder
- Dried thyme leaves
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Black pepper
(Full measurements in the recipe card below.)
Equipment Needed
- Small mixing bowl – Makes it easy to evenly combine the dried herbs and spices without spilling.
- Measuring spoons – Accurate measurements keep the oregano-to-garlic ratio balanced.
- Airtight spice jar or glass container – Keeps the seasoning fresh and prevents moisture from clumping the herbs.
If you regularly make seasoning blends like my Homemade Taco Seasoning or Everything Bagel Seasoning, keeping a few small glass spice jars on hand makes storage simple and uniform in your pantry.
How to Make Homemade Pizza Seasoning
This seasoning is all about balance.
Oregano is the backbone of pizza flavor. Basil softens it slightly and rounds it out. Garlic and onion powder provide savory depth, while thyme adds subtle earthiness. A small amount of crushed red pepper gives warmth without overwhelming the blend.
Stir the spices together until evenly combined. If your thyme leaves are larger, gently crush them between your fingers before mixing to release the oils.
This blend contains salt within the garlic salt addition, but if you need a blend that is salt-free, simply swap the garlic salt for garlic powder, that way it stays flexible — you can adjust salt in whatever recipe you’re making without over-seasoning.
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PrintHomemade Pizza Seasoning
This homemade pizza seasoning blend combines oregano, basil, garlic salt, thyme, and crushed red pepper for bold, balanced pizzeria-style flavor. Perfect for pizza sauce, pizza dough, breadsticks, and cheesy breads.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: about 1/4 cup
- Category: Basics, Seasoning
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 1 TBSP dried oregano
- 1 TBSP dried basil
- 2 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme leaves (lightly crushed)
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small mixing bowl.
- Stir until evenly combined.
- Store in an airtight jar or spice container.
Notes
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This blend does contain salt, however, if you prefer a salt-free option, so you can swap the garlic salt for garlic powder.
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For a milder version, reduce red pepper flakes to 1/4 tsp, or leave them out completely.
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Crush larger thyme leaves between your fingers before mixing for better distribution.
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Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months for best flavor.
Notes & Tips
- Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
- This version is salt free, to customize, start by adding 1/2 tsp of salt.
- If you prefer very mild heat, reduce red pepper flakes to 1/4 tsp.
- For a slightly smokier flavor, add 1/2 tsp smoked paprika.
- Always shake or stir before using, as lighter herbs can settle.
Storage
Store your pizza seasoning in an airtight jar away from heat and sunlight. A small glass spice jar with a tight-fitting lid works best.
Properly stored, dried herb blends maintain best flavor for about 6 months.
Ways to Use This Pizza Seasoning
This blend is designed to support your entire pizza cluster:
- Stir into Homemade Pizza Sauce (No Cook)
- Mix into Pizza Dough
- Sprinkle over Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks
- Add to Dutch Oven dough for a pizza artisan loaf (recipe coming soon!)
- Stir into marinara for pasta night
It also works well sprinkled over roasted vegetables or mixed into olive oil for dipping bread like my Dutch Oven Cheesy Bread.
Variations
- Add 1 tsp fennel seed (lightly crushed) for a sausage-style flavor
- Increase red pepper flakes for a spicy pizza profile
- Add 1/2 tsp smoked paprika for warmth
Keep the base oregano-to-basil ratio intact for authentic flavor.
Final Thoughts
This is one of those simple pantry staples that quietly improves everything it touches.
When you control the blend, you control the flavor. And when you’re already making your own pizza dough and sauce from scratch, it makes sense to season it the same way.
While you’re here, browse all my Homemade Seasoning Blends
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