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Homemade Creamy Ranch Dressing

This tangy and herby homemade ranch dressing is so much better than anything you can buy in a bottle.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· September 23, 2026
Homemade Creamy Ranch Dressing
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
10 minutes (plus chilling time)
Serves
6

If you have ever wondered why so many people are obsessed with ranch dressing, one taste of this homemade version will make it clear. It has the perfect balance of creamy buttermilk, zesty herbs, and a savory kick of onion and garlic that makes everything taste better.

My biggest tip is to be patient and let the dressing sit in the fridge for at least two hours before you serve it. This wait allows all those lovely herbs and spices to mingle and really develop their flavor, turning simple ingredients into something special.

🧺 Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup full fat sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

👩‍🍳Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, and apple cider vinegar into a mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Add the chopped chives, parsley, dried dill, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt to the bowl.

  3. 3

    Whisk everything together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

  4. 4

    Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least two hours to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

💡 Tips

Store your leftover dressing in a glass jar in the refrigerator for up to five days. It makes a perfect dip for carrot sticks, potato wedges, or a great sauce for grilled chicken.

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