Creamy, bold, and tangy…this homemade blue cheese dressing is delicious on salads and perfect for dipping your buffalo chicken wings. Homemade dressings are always the best!
Sooooo, I’m not really a blue cheese dressing eater. It has its place and that is the only reason I set out to testing recipes. Because truth be told, a lot of the store bought dressings are what my 5 year old would call, “yucky”. But when you’re making lip-smacking good wings or a killer wedge salad, well you just gotta find the thickest, creamiest dressing.
Cade and I both feel like it all comes down to two things, buy good cheese and always season well. Nope, one more, a really fantastic blue cheese also calls for time. Let it sit in the fridge and do its thing!
Whether it’s on a wedge salad or cozied up to a plate of wings, a good blue cheese dressing is hard to beat. The secret ingredient to this tangy version is a couple of teaspoons of prepared horseradish. It gives the dressing a subtle kick that is intensely craveable. I strongly recommend using a good quality blue cheese (after all, that’s the flavor you want to taste at the forefront of the dressing) like Maytag or Point Reyes, but you want a blue cheese that’s not too creamy to crumble because this dressing is all about big ol’ chunks of cheese in every bite.
How to Make Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing
We all know that there’s nothing like thick, creamy salad dressings made from scratch. They are so simple to make too. I don’t know why we don’t make them at home more often. Just look how easy this is…
- Whisk all the ingredients together.
- Season to taste with salt and fold in cheese.
- Store in an airtight container overnight.
These instructions in more detail can be found in the recipe card below.
Blue Cheese Dressing – How to Make the Best Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing
FAQ
What does blue cheese dressing contain?
What is blue cheese sauce made of?
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How do you make blue cheese dressing?
Absolutely the BEST Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing Ever! In a small bowl, mash blue cheese and buttermilk together with a fork until mixture resembles large-curd cottage cheese. Stir in sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and garlic powder until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Enjoy!
What is blue cheese dressing used for?
This classic blue cheese dressing works well for a simple green or wedge salad, or as a dip for fresh veggies or baked chicken wings. The dressing has a rich and creamy base of buttermilk, mayonnaise and sour cream, cut with apple cider vinegar and seasoned with fresh garlic and chives.
What can I substitute for blue cheese dressing?
You can substitute fresh chopped parsley or green onions instead. In a medium bowl whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, milk, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce until combined. Stir in blue cheese and chives. Season with salt and pepper to taste. What goes with blue cheese dressing?
Can you freeze blue cheese dressing?
This recipe makes a small batch of dressing, so hopefully you can enjoy it all quickly and not need to freeze leftovers. Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, crumbled blue cheese, lemon juice, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder in a medium bowl. Stir together until evenly combined.