Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing

Homemade blue cheese dressing is a creamy dressing made with a mayonnaise base and flavored with the bold taste of blue cheese. It is one of the most popular uses of blue cheese. Although it is white in color like Ranch dressing, it is definitely not the same flavor. When it comes to salad dressings, blue cheese is always a favorite. With this simple recipe, you can have it on hand anytime to use as a salad dressing, as a dip for Buffalo Wings and fresh veggies, or as a dressing on sandwiches and wraps.

Ingredients in Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing

Here are the ingredients that give it so much flavor and that creamy texture! Most of these ingredients can be stored in the fridge and to have on hand when you want to make it from scratch!

Mayonnaise – This is the creamy part of the dressing. It also gives it the base coloring. Sour cream – Use either low-fat or full-fat depending on the texture you are hoping for. Buttermilk – The buttermilk is cultured compared to whole milk. It has good bacteria that is creamy and thick. Blue cheese crumbles – Purchase the blue cheese in crumble form. They are small clumps of cheese that are easy to distribute. White vinegar – This helps balance the dressing and makes it so it is not as bitter compared to other blue cheese dressings. Worcestershire sauce – It is hard to say but it enhances the flavor of homemade dressing. Garlic – A hint of garlic flavor always makes it savory. Lemon juice – Gives a zesty and tasty flavor that balances out the dressing flavors.

Instructions for Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing

All you need is a blender and a bowl! All the ingredients are blended except some reserved blue cheese crumbles. This gives the flavors a chance to blend and the dressing time to thicken to the right consistency before serving.

Types of Blue Cheese

There are several different types of blue cheese! It is fun to taste them all and see which one you prefer. Try some of our top five favorites that are common in your local grocery store.

Ways to Use Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing

Homemade blue cheese dressing recipe is usually made for salads but here are a couple more options to use this delicious dressing on!

Salads – There is a reason blue cheese dressing is offered at most restaurants. It adds delicious flavor to any kind of salad, but it is the signature dressing for wedge salads and Cobb salads. It complements salads with steak and chicken, as well as salads with fruits, like grapes and strawberries. Dips – The cool, creamy consistency of blue cheese along with its tangy flavor makes it the ideal dipping sauce for Buffalo wings and hot wings. It offsets the heat just a little. So much flavor happens at once – it’s like a party in your mouth! It’s also the perfect dip for crunch veggies, like carrots, cucumbers, and celery. Sandwiches and wraps – Add this dressing to sandwiches and wrap in place of mayonnaise. We love it on our Cobb Salad Sandwich!

Tips for Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing

Consistency – Make it smooth and creamy by using a blender or a food processor. Make it a chunky blue cheese dressing by adding in more blue cheese crumbles. Add more buttermilk for a more thin and creamy consistency. Fresh ingredients – Use only fresh and dated ingredients for the best blue cheese dressing. Any outdated ingredients will have a sour or short-lived expiration date to it. Resting – Let the dressing chill in the refrigerator for hours and even overnight. This allows the ingredients to meld together and become one with all the flavors. Type of blue cheese – Choose quality blue cheese that is flavorful and one that you prefer. Greek yogurt – Replace the sour cream mayo with yogurt. Greek is a thick and healthy option.

Storing Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing

This dressing will last for up to a week in the refrigerator. Store it with a lid or cover in the fridge. It does not freeze well. The ingredients will separate when thawing and it just doesn’t taste as good.