Homemade Pizza Seasoning Recipe
Jan 15, 2026
The secret to pizzeria-quality pizza at home? Fennel. This authentic blend combines oregano, basil, fennel seeds, and aromatics for that unmistakable Neapolitan flavor—without the salt, so you control the seasoning.
🍕 Classic Pizza Seasoning
Makes about 3 tablespoons
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds (lightly crushed)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- Lightly crush fennel seeds in mortar and pestle or spice grinder.
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Whisk until blended.
- Store in airtight container.
Note: Salt-free by design. Add salt separately when cooking.
📦 Big Batch Pizza Seasoning
Makes about ¾ cup (12 servings)
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup dried oregano
- 4 teaspoons dried basil
- 4 teaspoons fennel seeds (lightly crushed)
- 4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Storage: Airtight container, cool dark place, 6-12 months
🏆 Want It Ready-Made?
Our Casa Flake Pizza Seasoning is a salt-free Neapolitan-style blend with oregano, fennel, basil, garlic, and onion.
Hand-blended in the USA. No salt, no MSG, no fillers.
Three Flavor Variations
🔥 Spicy Pizza Seasoning
For heat lovers
Modify the Classic:
- Increase red pepper flakes to 1 teaspoon
- Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- OR add 1 tsp Casa Flake Wild Ember
Best For: Pepperoni, meat lovers, spicy sausage pizza
🧄 Garlic Lover's Pizza Seasoning
Extra garlic for white pies
Modify the Classic:
- Double garlic powder (2 teaspoons)
- Add ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
- Add ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
Best For: White pizza, garlic bread, garlic knots
🌿 Herbaceous Pizza Seasoning
Garden-fresh for veggie pizzas
Modify the Classic:
- Add ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- Add ½ teaspoon dried marjoram
- Increase basil to 1½ teaspoons
- Reduce garlic powder to ½ teaspoon
Best For: Margherita, vegetable pizza, fresh tomato pizza
How to Use Pizza Seasoning
| Application | Amount | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Pizza sauce | 1 tbsp per cup | Simmer 10+ minutes |
| On pizza (before baking) | ½-1 tsp per pizza | Sprinkle over toppings |
| Finishing (after baking) | Pinch per pizza | Dust on hot pizza |
| Pizza dough | 1-2 tsp per batch | Knead into dough |
| Garlic bread | 1 tbsp per ¼ cup butter | Mix and spread |
🍕 The Three-Layer Method
For maximum pizza flavor, use the seasoning THREE ways:
- In the sauce – 1 tbsp per cup, simmered
- On top before baking – ½ tsp sprinkled over
- As a finish after baking – pinch on hot pizza
Each layer adds a different dimension of flavor.
Five Uses Beyond Pizza
1. Tomato Sauce Upgrade
1 tbsp per cup of sauce. Simmer 10+ minutes. Works for marinara, pasta sauce, and pizza sauce.
2. Pizza Dough Seasoning
Knead 1-2 tsp into dough. Flavor infuses the crust itself.
3. Garlic Bread & Breadsticks
1 tbsp seasoning + ¼ cup softened butter. Spread on bread, bake until golden.
4. Roasted Vegetables
Toss veggies with olive oil + 1 tbsp seasoning before roasting. Great on zucchini, peppers, eggplant.
5. Vegetarian Bolognese
1 tbsp in lentil or mushroom bolognese. Fennel adds authentic Italian depth.
Quick Reference
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Per pizza? | 1-2 teaspoons total |
| Per cup of sauce? | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt-free? | Yes, add salt separately |
| Key ingredient? | Fennel seeds (don't skip!) |
| Storage? | 6-12 months airtight |
Pizza Seasoning vs. Italian Seasoning
| Pizza Seasoning | Italian Seasoning |
|---|---|
| Contains fennel ✓ | Usually no fennel |
| Oregano-forward | Balanced herbs |
| Includes garlic & onion | Herbs only |
| Bolder, more assertive | Subtler, versatile |
Storage
Container: Airtight glass jar
Location: Cool, dark cabinet
Shelf Life: 6-12 months
Signs of aging: Faded color, weak aroma
Cost Comparison
| Option | Cost | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Store-bought | $4-8 | ~1.5 oz |
| Homemade (single) | ~$0.50 | ~1 oz |
| Homemade (big batch) | ~$2.00 | ~4 oz |
Save ~75% by making your own!
← Want More Details?
This recipe is part of our comprehensive guide: Homemade Pizza Seasoning (Neapolitan-Style, Salt-Free)
Learn about pizza vs. Italian seasoning, the science of fennel, and pro tips for pizzeria-quality results.
