This 3-ingredient Alfredo sauce is unbelievably easy and flavorful! With just butter, cream, and Parmesan, you can make a velvety-smooth sauce that coats pasta beautifully.

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๐Ÿ˜Why Youโ€™ll Love It

  • Only 3 ingredients โ€“ Simple, classic, and no unnecessary extras.
  • Rich and velvety โ€“ Smooth, buttery, and packed with cheesy goodness.
  • Perfect for pasta and more โ€“ Serve it over fettuccine, use it as a base for a creamy casserole, or drizzle it over roasted veggies.
  • Ready in minutes โ€“ No complicated steps, just melt, whisk, and serve!

โœ…What Youโ€™ll Need

๐Ÿงˆ Unsalted Butter โ€“ Makes a rich base and enhances the creaminess.
๐Ÿฅ› Heavy Cream โ€“ Adds a silky texture and balances the cheese.
๐Ÿง€ Freshly Grated Parmesan โ€“ The star of the show, giving the sauce its bold, cheesy flavor. Substitute: Grana Padano or Pecorino Romano for a similar flavor.

๐Ÿ”ชHow to Make 3-Ingredient Alfredo Sauce

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.

Reduce heat, whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan, and stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

โœจSubstitutions and Variations

  • No heavy cream? Try half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • Prefer a thicker sauce? Simmer for a few extra minutes to reduce it further.
  • Want a garlicky kick? Add a minced garlic clove while melting the butter.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธWhat to Serve with Parmesan Cream Sauce

This buttery, cheesy sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, Lemon Garlic Roast Chicken, seafood, and even roasted vegetables. Try it over fettuccine for a quick Alfredo-style dish, or mix it with Sautรฉed Mushrooms for extra depth.

๐Ÿ—„๏ธLeftovers and Storage

Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Before reheating, give it a stir or shake to bring back its creamy consistency. Warm over low heat, adding a splash of cream if needed.

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This 3-ingredient Alfredo sauce is proof that simple ingredients make the best flavors. Try it once, and youโ€™ll want to keep this recipe in your back pocket for every pasta night! Don’t forget to rate it โญโญโญโญโญ!

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3-ingredient alfredo sauce

By: Tatiana
This 3-ingredient Alfredo sauce is rich, creamy, and unbelievably easy! Made with butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, it comes together in minutes for the perfect smooth and velvety pasta sauce.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
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Ingredients 

  • 1 stick unsalted butter
  • 1 ยฝ cups heavy cream, or heavy whipping cream
  • 1 ยฝ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions 

  • In a 1-2 quart saucepan, melt 1 stick unsalted butter over medium-high heat.
  • Pour in 1 ยฝ cups heavy cream and bring it to a gentle boil.
  • Add 1 ยฝ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce reaches a thick, smooth consistency.
  • Remove from heat and give it one final whisk. Serve immediately over freshly cooked pasta or transfer to a glass storage container.

Notes

Storage: Keep leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Stir or shake before warming to restore its creamy texture.
Best Method: Heat over low heat, adding a splash of cream if needed to smooth it out.

Nutrition

Calories: 435kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 419mg | Potassium: 84mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1541IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 340mg | Iron: 0.3mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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11 Comments

  1. Erika says:

    This Alfredo sauce looks very cremmy and tasty, and it’s eassier to do than I thought

  2. OGUNYEMI SEGUN says:

    5 stars
    This sauce is quite creamy. I will like to link your page to my blog, what do you say?

  3. King says:

    This will be really yummy very creamy and tasty too. It will worth the 10 minutes spent to get it done.

  4. Glad says:

    This Alfredo sauce seems like a very easy cream sauce to make, I wont mind trying my hand on it,

  5. happy says:

    This sauce is so creamy and rich. I feel like having a taste of it right away. will prepare mine soon.

  6. Wilson Jake says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is amazing, doesn’t even look like it was gotten accidentally. So creamy and no doubt tasty.

  7. Janine Bocateja says:

    5 stars
    I would definitely try this tomorrow with pasta. I will aslo share this link to my blog. Perfect for the quarantine period.

  8. Daniel says:

    5 stars
    I was skeptical about how good a 3-ingredient Alfredo could be, but WOW! Itโ€™s so creamy and flavorful. I made it with fettuccine, and it tasted like something from a fancy restaurant. Never buying jarred Alfredo again!

    1. Tatiana says:

      Thatโ€™s what we love to hear, Daniel! Sometimes simple really is the best. So glad you enjoyed itโ€”homemade always wins! Thanks for the review! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

  9. Simon says:

    5 stars
    I canโ€™t believe how easy this was! Just three ingredients, and it tastes so much better than any jarred Alfredo sauce. Super creamy and richโ€”I poured it over fettuccine, and it was perfect.

    1. Tatiana says:

      Simon, so happy you loved it! Simple is sometimes the best, right? Try it with a little garlic or black pepper for an extra boost of flavor next time!