This restaurant-style homemade Ranch Dressing is thick, creamy, and perfect for dunking, dipping, and drizzling!
Finally! A homemade ranch dressing that tastes just as good as the kind you get at a restaurant. And guess what? It’s even easier than you’d think!
Why you’ll love this restaurant ranch
- Restaurant Flavor. There’s just something about restaurant ranch that tastes SO much better than homemade or bottled. Until now! This homemade ranch tastes JUST like the kind you get at your favorite restaurant.
- Creamy. Our combination of sour cream, mayo, and buttermilk creates the thickest, creamiest texture.
- Customizable. Adjust the consistency and flavor to make the best ranch for YOU!
- Versatile. Drizzle it as a dressing, dunk into as a dip, or use it to replace ranch in any recipe!
Ingredients
- Sour Cream – full fat sour cream will yield the richest texture, but light may be used, if desired.
- Mayonnaise – creates a rich, creamy base. Again, full-fat will create the best flavor and texture, but light mayo may also be used. Use a brand that you enjoy the flavor. Duke’s, Kraft, Hellman’s, etc. Personally, I love using Kraft’s Olive Oil Mayo.
- Buttermilk – adds a tangy flavor and also thins out the dressing to the perfect consistency. If the dressing gets too thick, simply whisk in more buttermilk.
- Ranch Seasoning Mix – use Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Salad Dressing & Recipe Mix for the best results. You can make your own blend, but if you want the true restaurant flavor, you’ll need to using the pre-packaged mix.
How to make
- Place sour cream, mayo, buttermilk, and ranch seasoning mix in a bowl, whisk until smooth, then cover, chill, and serve!
Variations
- Herby. Stir fresh herbs such as finely diced dill, parsley, and/or chives.
- Spicy. Add a few dashes of hot sauce, chipotles in adobo sauce, or some canned, diced jalapeños.
- Garlicky. Blend minced garlic or roasted garlic.
- Vegan. Use vegan mayo, dairy-free sour cream, and a plant-based milk.
Tips
- Use full-fat mayo, sour cream, and buttermilk for the best results.
- Whisk in additional buttermilk to thin out the ranch if it becomes too thick or if you want it more drizzle-able for a salad.
Can i use greek yogurt instead of sour cream?
Yes, Greek yogurt can be used to to replace the sour cream to help lighten up the calories. Check out my greek yogurt ranch dressing for a healthier alternative.
Can i use dried herbs?
Using the packet of ranch seasoning mix is recommended, but if you’d like to use dried herbs, check out my greek yogurt ranch dressing for inspiration!
Pro tip
Fresh herbs may also be used.
How to use homemade ranch dressing
- As a dip. Dunk in your favorite fresh veggies, chips, chicken nuggets, fries, pickles, chicken tenders, and more!
- As a salad dressing. Drizzle this on mixed greens, croutons, and whatever else you love in a salad.
- As a spread. Slather this on your favorite sandwich or wrap.
- In other recipes. If ranch is called for as a mix-in, use this homemade version instead!
How to store
Leftovers will last in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Freezing is not recommended.
– Jennifer
Homemade Ranch Dressing
This restaurant-style homemade Ranch Dressing is thick, creamy, and perfect for dunking, dipping, and drizzling!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Yield: 24 tablespoons
Equipment for this recipe
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Ingredients
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup buttermilk plus more to thin out if necessary
- 1 (1 oz) packet ranch seasoning mix use Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Salad Dressing & Recipe Mix for best results
Instructions
- Place sour cream, mayo, buttermilk, and ranch seasoning mix into a bowl, then whisk until smooth.
- Cover and chill, if desired, then use as a dip, salad dressing, and more!
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STORING
Room Temp:N/A
Refrigerator:2 Weeks
Freezer:N/A
Reheat:N/A
*Storage times may vary based on temperature and conditions
Notes
Dressing will thicken as it chills in the fridge, so if you’d like a thinner dressing, simply whisk in more buttermilk until the desired consistency is reached. Taste and re-season, if necessary.
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Ranch Dressing
Amount Per Serving (1 tablespoon)
Calories 48 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 5mg2%
Sodium 125mg5%
Potassium 14mg0%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Sugar 0.4g0%
Protein 0.3g1%
Vitamin A 41IU1%
Vitamin C 0.04mg0%
Calcium 11mg1%
Iron 0.01mg0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.
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