Buffalo Ranch Dressing

Name: Buffalo Ranch Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Buttermilk powder; 1 tbsp dried parsley; 1 tbsp dried chives; 1 tbsp onion powder; 1 tbsp dill weed; 1 tbsp garlic salt; 1/2 tbsp garlic powder; 1/2 tbsp black pepper; 1/2 cup Duke's Mayonnaise; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix; 3 tbsp buffalo wing sauce; 2 tbsp milk (for a more pourable dressing)

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This Buffalo Ranch Dressing is my new favorite dressing! It’s got the zing of ranch and the zip of Buffalo. Plus – it makes enough seasoning so you can make more delicious ranch dressing (with or without the Buffalo) later.

I started buying these salad kits and the Buffalo Ranch is my favorite! After buying it so many times, I decided to make my own Buffalo Ranch Dressing and it’s even better than store-bought (of course!) I also like to keep the dressing thick so I can use it for dipping too!

What’s in Buffalo Ranch Dressing?

First – you have to start with Ranch Dressing! I like to make my own seasoning mix and add it to mayo & sour cream. This gives me more flexibility in making it how I like it. Here’s what you need for the Ranch Seasoning Mix:

Buttermilk powder
Parsley
Chives
Onion Powder
Dill Weed
Garlic Salt
Garlic Powder
Black Pepper

Then, to make the dressing you’ll need:

Ranch Seasoning Mix
Duke’s Mayonnaise
Sour Cream
Buffalo Wing Sauce
Milk

Pro Tip

Spice Jar Organization

How many of us hate our Spice Jar organization?! When I bought my new house, I decided to make a change! I put all my spices in a drawer instead of on a shelf. Then I bought labels and put a label with the spice name on top of each jar. Open the jar – find my spices!!! It’s the best!

How do you make Buffalo Ranch Dressing?

Once you whisk together your dry ingredients – you’re all set to make your dressing.

In a small mixing bowl, add mayo, sour cream and ranch seasoning mix
Whisk together
Add Buffalo Wing Sauce
- Mild spice level – 2 tbsp wing sauce
- Medium – 3 tbsp wing sauce
- Spicy – 4 tbsp wing sauce
If you’re using this as a dip – stop there – it’s nice and thick!
If you’re using this as a salad dressing, add milk 1-2 tbsp at a time until desired consistency
Store in air-tight container in refrigerator

Tips, Tricks & FAQs

What kind of Buffalo sauce can I use?

Whatever you like – whether it be Frank’s Red Hot or a Buffalo Wing Sauce that is a little creamier. I used Kroger brand wing sauce – I like it better.

How do I store extra dressing?

Air-tight in a jar/bottle in the refrigerator

How long will it last in refrigerator?

Up to 2 weeks

How can I make it Spicier? Or more mild?

Mild – use 2 tbsp Buffalo sauce, Medium – 3 tbsp, Spicy – 4 tbsp

Can I use pre-made Ranch Seasoning?

Sure! Hidden Valley comes in a jar you can buy – I always have that around too and add it to dishes all the time.

Can I use pre-made Ranch Dressing?

Sure! Just skip to the step where you just add in Buffalo Wing Sauce – 1 cup of ranch dressing with 3 tbsp Buffalo Wing Sauce – no milk needed.

How much seasoning mix does this make?

This will make about 8 tablespoons of seasoning mix

How much dressing will this recipe make?

2 tbsp of ranch seasoning makes 1 cup of dressing. So the seasoning mix will make 4 cups of ranch dressing. I recommend just making 1 cup at a time unless you have an event.

What goes with Buffalo Ranch Dressing

Other Buffalo-flavored Dishes