Description
This easy Hot Honey Ranch recipe combines the creamy richness of classic ranch dressing with a sweet and spicy kick from honey and bold spices. Perfect as a dip, salad dressing, or drizzle over your favorite dishes, this irresistible dressing is quick to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup buttermilk (plus more if needed)
- 4 tbsp honey (if using hot honey, see notes below)
- 1 ½ tsp dried chives
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp red chili flakes
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp dry mustard
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add all the ingredients including mayonnaise, buttermilk, honey, dried herbs, spices, and seasonings to a medium bowl to begin making the dressing.
- Whisk Thoroughly: Whisk all ingredients together until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well combined ensuring the spices are evenly distributed.
- Refrigerate: Transfer the dressing into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for 7 to 10 days. This resting time allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
- Use hot honey instead of regular honey for a natural spicy twist that complements the cayenne and chili flakes.
- If the dressing is too thick, add more buttermilk a tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Store the dressing in an airtight container to maintain freshness and flavor up to 7-10 days.
- Perfect for salads, as a dip for veggies or chicken wings, or drizzling over roasted vegetables.
