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Hot Honey Ranch Dressing – Creamy, Sweet & Spicy Homemade Ranch


  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup buttermilk
  • 3 tablespoons hot honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried chives
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk to a medium mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the hot honey, fresh lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until completely combined.
  3. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, dried chives, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper if using, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  4. Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and the herbs and spices are evenly distributed.
  5. Taste and adjust as needed. Add more hot honey for sweetness, lemon juice for tanginess, or cayenne for additional heat.
  6. If you prefer a thinner salad dressing, whisk in additional buttermilk 1 tablespoon at a time.
  7. Transfer the dressing to a mason jar or airtight container.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
  9. Stir or shake well before each use.
  10. Serve with salads, chicken tenders, wings, pizza, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, French fries, roasted vegetables, or fresh vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: Approximately 130 per serving, depending on the specific ingredients used