Description
Indulge in the bold, tangy flavors of Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing—a creamy, versatile dressing that’s perfect for salads, wings, and dips. Made with real blue cheese crumbles, buttermilk, sour cream, and a few simple ingredients, this recipe delivers a fresh and delicious dressing that’s miles ahead of store-bought options. Whether you love it chunky or smooth, this easy-to-make dressing is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces blue cheese crumbles
- ⅓ cup buttermilk
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mash the Blue Cheese: In a small bowl, combine the blue cheese crumbles and buttermilk. Use a fork to mash the blue cheese into the buttermilk until you achieve your desired consistency. For a chunkier dressing, mash lightly. For a smoother dressing, mash more thoroughly.
- Add Creamy Ingredients: Stir in the sour cream and mayonnaise, mixing until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Season the Dressing: Add the chopped parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure all the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Adjust the Consistency: If the dressing is too thick, add more buttermilk, one tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your preferred consistency.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
- Blue Cheese Options: Use high-quality blue cheese such as Roquefort, Gorgonzola, or Stilton for the best flavor.
- Customizations: Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick or extra parsley for a fresher taste.
- Storage: Keep the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Buttermilk Substitute: If you don’t have buttermilk, mix regular milk with a teaspoon of lemon juice or vinegar as a substitute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing, Dip
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American