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May 13, 2020 · Last Updated: Mar 16, 2021 by Calleigh ~

Best Wingstop Ranch Recipe (Copycat)

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This super easy Wingstop ranch copycat recipe is loaded with buttermilk, sour cream, and herbs you'll never go back to the store-bought again. I've always loved my wings with a generous portion of Wingstop ranch dressing. It's so heavenly and addicting….you can't even imagine enjoying your chicken wings without it!

However, the problem is that it can get rather expensive, especially if you have friends or kids around to feed! I couldn't serve my wings without the ranch dip, so I started to look around for a homemade recipe. This was when I bumped into this homemade Wingstop ranch dressing recipe.

This super easy Wingstop ranch copycat recipe is loaded with buttermilk, sour cream and herbs you'll never go back to the store-bought again.

It's so easy to make, in just five minutes using recipes like fresh herbs and buttermilk, that made me want to share it with you. And most importantly, it can also be made in a vegan or dairy-free version if you want!


Jump to:
  • What is ranch dressing?
  • Watch the video
  • Why is the restaurant ranch dressing is so good?
  • Are ranch and mayonnaise the same?
  • How long does a homemade ranch dressing last?
  • How to thicken ranch dressing?
  • Does ranch dressing contain eggs?
  • How to customize the ranch dressing recipe
  • How to make buttermilk
  • Ingredients
  • How to make Wingstop ranch dressing from scratch
  • Other salad dressing
  • Notes
  • Full Recipe

What is ranch dressing?

What gives Ranch dressing its flavor?

For all of you who don't know about it, ranch dressing is a type of salad dressing or sauce. It's a combination of buttermilk, mayo, sour cream, and spices like onion powder, garlic powder, and herbs like chives or dill, and parsley.

All the ingredients are mixed into a sauce or rather like mayonnaise or any other oil emulsion.


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Why is the restaurant ranch dressing is so good?

Some restaurants use bottled shelf-stable dressings. However, more often than not, they use the powdered ranch packet mix, typically the Hidden Valley brand.

These packets primarily contain salt, powdered buttermilk, and some herbs that meant to be mixed with milk, buttermilk, mayo, or sour cream and spices to improve the taste. Which basically, are the main ingredients for making ranch dressing from scratch anyway.

The disparity between the bottled ranch and the restaurant mix is the dairy base. Most bottled ranch dressings contain vegetable oil as the main ingredients - though some eggs and other dairies are included, the amount is less compared to the homemade version.

To sum it up, considering that most restaurants are using a Hidden Valley packet, their ranch dressing is indeed better than the ranch you have in your fridge.
This super easy Wingstop ranch copycat recipe is loaded with buttermilk, sour cream and herbs you'll never go back to the store-bought again.


Are ranch and mayonnaise the same?

If you ask me, both the dressing and mayonnaise are quite similar to each other because they have an equal mixture of herbs and spices. The only difference you can see between the two lies in their texture.

When you speak about dressing, it's generally runnier and thin, and easily mixed with other things like your salad. However, 'ranch mayonnaise' on the other side is somewhere thicker in its consistency. You could say it's like plain mayonnaise with a mix of herbs and spices.

Well, you could also say that ranch mayo is more spreadable in consistency and not so pourable. It makes a better choice to use in sandwiches than in salads. Of course, nothing is stopping you from putting ranch dressing on a sandwich. You will get the same flavor, but it's somewhat messy to eat.


This homemade Wingstop ranch is so creamy and super easy to make at home.

How long does a homemade ranch dressing last?

Since this recipe is a combo of sour cream, mayonnaise, and buttermilk, it needs to be stored in the fridge.

I would say that this recipe will last you about a week in the refrigerator. However, it's only if you make sure you use only fresh ingredients. They prolong the dressing's life to make it last longer once made.

Besides, vinaigrettes can safely be refrigerated for as long as two weeks. However, in the case of dairy-based dressings based on buttermilk or dressings made using fresh ingredients like chopped onion, tomato sauce, fresh herbs, and chopped boil egg will last for about a week.


How to thicken ranch dressing?

Don't worry if your dressing contains too much milk, or if the sauce isn't as thick as you want it. All you have to do is add an extra spoonful or two of mayonnaise or sour cream to it, till you get the right consistency. I, however, suggest you add a little milk as possible, mixing as and when required so that you don't end up with a thin dressing.


This super easy Wingstop ranch copycat recipe is loaded with buttermilk, sour cream and herbs you'll never go back to the store-bought again.

Does ranch dressing contain eggs?

Yes, it does because it's mayonnaise-based, which means it contains eggs. So if you are allergic to eggs, or don't want to eat eggs, then I suggest you follow my recipe below for replacing mayonnaise.


How to customize the ranch dressing recipe

  • Now, if you are looking for a dairy-free recipe, I suggest you just swap the sour cream for some vegan sour cream. We prefer using the Tofutti brand and our favorite dairy-free milk.
  • And if it's a vegan ranch dressing, you are looking for, and then follow the same recipe using dairy-free substitutes and vegan mayonnaise.

How to make buttermilk

I'm sure a lot of you don't keep buttermilk in the fridge (just like me). Don't fret because this essential ingredient for this recipe is super easy to make at home using 2 ingredients.

Here's the recipe:

1 In a liquid measuring cup, pour 1 cup of whole milk.

2 Then stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice (or white distilled vinegar). Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes and the acid will curdle and thicken the milk slightly, turning into buttermilk!

This super easy Wingstop ranch copycat recipe is loaded with buttermilk, sour cream and herbs you'll never go back to the store-bought again.


Ingredients

1st Option

  • 1 cup Mayonnaise (choose good quality)
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup buttermilk
  • ½ teaspoon parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dill
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

(2nd Option):

  • 1 or 2 packets Dry Hidden Valley ranch (start with 1 packet first then mix and taste to your liking)
  • 1⅓ cup good quality Mayonnaise
  • 1⅓ cup Buttermilk
  • pinch of salt (to taste)
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon molasses (optional)

How to make Wingstop ranch dressing from scratch

1 The Seasonings

Adding fresh dill enhances a good balance of earthy taste without overpowering its flavor. You may swap the fresh dill with dried dill if the fresh ones are not available. The parsley brings freshness while the garlic and onion powder heightens the flavor.


2 The blend of buttermilk, sour cream, and mayonnaise.

The buttermilk brings a delightful acidity to the dressing not to mention creaminess. Of course, the mayonnaise adds a creamy base plus the sour cream adds a more velvety texture to it.


3 Allow chilling before serving.

I'm telling you, homemade ranch dressing doesn't taste better until served cold. It's a magic trick that yields the ingredient to meld each other.


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Notes

Refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours (or overnight is ideal) before serving to let the flavors come together. In case the dressing thickens while being chilled in the fridge, just stir extra buttermilk in before serving to get that thin dressing back.


Full Recipe

This super easy Wingstop ranch copycat recipe is loaded with buttermilk, sour cream and herbs you'll never go back to the store-bought again.

Wingstop Ranch Copycat Recipe

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This super easy Wingstop ranch copycat recipe is loaded with buttermilk, sour cream and herbs you'll never go back to the store-bought again.
Servings: 12 2 tbsp
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours hours

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Mayonnaise (choose good quality)
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup buttermilk
  • ½ teaspoon parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dill
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

(2nd Option):

  • 2 packets Dry Hidden Valley ranch (start with 1 packet first then mix and taste to your liking)
  • 1⅓ cup good quality Mayonnaise (Hellman)
  • 1⅓ cup Buttermilk
  • pinch of salt (to taste)
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon molasses (optional)

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Instructions:

  • Combine the ingredients and mix well.
  • Refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours before serving to let the flavors come together.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 27mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg

Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for most accurate results.

Did you make this?I would love seeing what you've made! Tag me on Instagram @theforkbitedotcom or leave me a comment or rating below.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keywords: how to make wingstop ranch, wingstop ranch dip, wingstop ranch dressing, Wingstop ranch recipe, wingstop stop, wingstop valley ranch

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Comments

  1. Jessica Alba says

    February 01, 2021 at 1:19 pm

    5 stars
    Don’t get me wrong I bet this recipe is really good but I work at wingstop and the ranch just consists of cultured heavy cream, heavy duty mayonnaise and hidden valley dry ranch.

  2. Aaron says

    October 05, 2020 at 3:16 pm

    5 stars
    I made the option #2 and it's a bit salty, so I put sour cream in there to counter it. If it wasn't a bit salty, it would be great.
    Maybe one packet of ranch?

  3. Karen says

    May 18, 2020 at 7:22 am

    5 stars
    This is ridiculously tasty ranch dressing... I followed the ingredients and it came out really good.

  4. Jan says

    May 17, 2020 at 8:14 pm

    5 stars
    This copycat recipe is so wonderful.. I finally made it and this will be my go-to recipe when I'll be craving for some chicken wings dip..

  5. Trudy says

    May 13, 2020 at 4:35 am

    5 stars
    I'm definitely snagging all the ingredients to make this!! I love Wingstop ranch and they're so stingy in giving extra.

  6. Berna says

    May 13, 2020 at 3:52 am

    5 stars
    I'm so amazed to realize that this is super easy to make. Never again going back to store-bough ranch dressing. This is one heck of a dynamite.

  7. Whitney says

    May 13, 2020 at 3:46 am

    5 stars
    I just tried this right now and it's beyond delicious!!

4.39 from 157 votes (150 ratings without comment)

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