This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy.
Alfredo sauce is one of my most popular recipes EVER! This sauce is ultra creamy and belongs on everything. It’s so much better than store-bought and only takes 20 minutes to make!
A Reader’s Review
This was BY FAR the best alfredo recipe I have yet to find! If any of you are looking for online alfredo recipes, you can quit looking. This one is the richest/creamiest/most appetizing one I’ve found yet. I’ve trialed with several and this one beats them all. EXCELLENT recipe!! My husband cannot stop talking about how much ‘better’ my alfredo is this time!
Why You Need to Make This Alfredo Sauce Today!
- It’s so good, I eat it with a spoon! I “test” it so many times while cooking that I’m usually full before dinner even starts. It’s that creamy, cheesy, and irresistible.
- Cream cheese makes it next-level! This is my secret ingredient! It adds the perfect tang and smooth texture that most Alfredo sauces are missing.
- You won’t believe how simple and fast this is! It tastes fancy, but it’s so easy. One pan, a few ingredients, and 20 minutes later, you’re a dinner hero.
Ingredients Needed
- Different Cheese: To switch up the flavor, use half Romano cheese or Asiago cheese instead of Parmesan cheese.
- Do I have to use cream cheese? You can omit the cream cheese, but I suggest replacing it with 1/2 cup of additional heavy cream.
- Fresh or canned Parmesan? Freshly grated Parmesan is a must! The stuff in a can will make the sauce grainy, and the pre-shredded kind will end up very clumpy.
- Can I substitute the heavy Cream? You can use milk or half & half instead. The sauce will be lighter, but still tasty.
- Make it spicy! You can add in more spices and seasonings like red pepper flakes or paprika so your Alfredo has a little kick to it! Similar to this Cajun Alfredo pasta!
- What protein can I add? Alfredo sauce goes so well with chicken or shrimp.
How to Make Alfredo Sauce from Scratch
Not only does this Alfredo sauce use simple, everyday ingredients, but it also comes together in minutes.
- Melt: Add the butter, cream, and cream cheese to a medium pan and whisk over medium heat until melted.
- Whisk: Add the minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and whisk until combined. Make sure to whisk it together rather than stirring with a spatula. This will help your Alfredo sauce not to separate.
- Gradually Add Cheese: Continue to whisk until smooth before gradually adding the Parmesan cheese. (Overheating can cause the cheese to break and turn clumpy. Keep the heat low, stir gently, and avoid boiling. For best results, add the Parmesan off heat to help it melt smoothly.)
- Simmer and Serve: Bring to a simmer and whisk for about 3-5 minutes or until it thickens. Toss it with fettuccine noodles and serve immediately.
Alyssa’s Pro Tips
Want a thicker sauce? Cut the cream cheese up into cubes and add in small amounts at a time while stirring. It melts evenly and enhances the texture. If needed, whisk together 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in to thicken further.
How Many Cups Does It Yield?
When you are done making your Alfredo sauce you will be able to fill a tall canning jar. This is about 14 to 16 ounces (1 pound) of pasta or 2 cups of sauce. I like to reserve a little sauce on the side for dipping breadsticks in.
Storing Leftover Alfredo Sauce
Alfredo sauce is a favorite at our house and I know that it won’t last long, even if I double it!
- In the Fridge: Store your homemade Alfredo sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheating: Reheat your sauce on the stovetop over low heat, stirring often. It is best not to microwave this sauce because it can cause the sauce to break and turn oily.
Pin this now to find it later
Pin It
Homemade Alfredo Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 pint
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Add ½ cup unsalted butter, 2 cups heavy whipping cream, and 4 ounces cream cheese to a medium saucepan and whisk over medium heat until melted.
- Add ½ teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper Continue to whisk until smooth before gradually adding 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese.
- Bring to a simmer and continue to whisk for about 3-5 minutes or until it thickens. Toss it with your favorite pasta and serve immediately.
Video
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This was absolutely the best Alfredo EVER! Thanks so much!
Putting some shrimp and blackened season for a super tasty meal!
I love Alfredo sauces and was doubtful that this would be ‘the best’ but wow, didn’t disappoint! Definately will not buy Alfredo sauce again!!
I made this last night. My husband’s favorite pasta dish to order at a Restraunt, he loved it ! I had some extra sauce so put it in a jar and. Popped it in the frigde.
My question is how long will it keep?
Oh my! This seriously is the best ever! My husband and I have tried and failed so many Alfredo recipes. I am so happy I found this one, we have made this recipe 4 times in the last month. I guess it’s safe to say we’ll probably have this every week!
Made this following the recipe exactly for my 8 year olds birthday! Ended up with a watery mess. Would not even coat the noodles. More like alfredo soup, we had to order out.
I am sorry it didn’t turn out. I think this is the first comment that didn’t rave about the recipe. I am not sure what went wrong. This recipe is actually pretty thick and should have coated the noodles perfectly.
I’ll be honest, this was not the BEST Alfredo sauce, too thick. I’d probably cut the cream cheese in half, and the Italian seasoning and would add a LOT more black pepper. Or just nix the cream cheese altogether.
do you have a recipe for the roll-ups?
Yes here it is. 🙂 https://therecipecritic.com/chicken-bacon-garlic-alfredo-roll-ups/
Going to try this fabulous sounding sauce tonight for friends – hope u see this message!! How much pasta does one recipe of sauce work well with?
I used a pound.
I LOVE cheese could I use random cheese with this recipe? When I start the sauce or after ?
Made this tonight for the first time and viola. I wish I could post a picture. Amazing. I will make it fresh from now on. I served it with blackened chicken breast pieces over fettuccine. AMAZING… Thank you for this recipe. No more jars for me. Although the whipping cream is rather expensive. I’ll deal with it.
I am serving this recipe for company this Sunday. There will be 15 of us, including some big eaters…young men. How many people does 2 cups serve on average? I am going to add chicken to the sauce and pasta as well. Thanks! It looks delicious.
I use about 1 pound of pasta. It is around 2 cups of sauce. 🙂 Good luck!
We just made this tonight – wonderful! But now I need bigger pants – ha!
How many servings is that and how many calories per serving?
The best way to find out calories is to use my fitness pal. 🙂
I read in a comment somewhere that this yields approx. 2 cups of sauce. If I were to use a 16oz box of pasta, is this sufficient? Or should I plan on doubling the recipe? My family tends to like things a little saucier rather than drier, if that helps at all..
Lovely