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A mason jar of homemade blue cheese dressing resting on a cutting board with fresh chives and blue cheese crumbles around it, and a bowl of salad in the background. A spoon is lifting some of the dressing out of the jar.
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Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing

Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing is EASY to make and pairs perfectly with salad, wings, or on burgers, made with a few simple ingredients in less than 5 minutes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Dip, dressing
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 133kcal
Author: Jacqui

Equipment

  • 1 medium mixing bowl with a fork and whisk

Ingredients

  • 1 cup blue cheese crumbles gluten free
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives chopped
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
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Instructions

  • Add the blue cheese to the mixing bowl and use a fork to break up any large chunks. Whisk together with all other ingredients but the buttermilk.
  • Once combined, slowly add the buttermilk, whisking until you reach the desired texture. If the dressing is too thick, add any extra buttermilk as-needed.

Notes

Storage
Refrigerate for 3-4 days in an airtight container.
I don't recommend freezing this dressing, because the texture will change.
Cooking Tips
  • The flavors for this blue cheese dressing come together as they sit. For the best flavor, make this ahead of time and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
  • It may thicken in the refrigerator. Just give it a good stir. 
  • I like to adjust the texture depending on what I'm making this for. For wings, I'll leave out some of the buttermilk and make it a little bit thicker. For salad, I'll go on the thinner side instead.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the ingredients as-needed while making this. Taste the dressing once everything is mixed together and add any more salt, pepper, or sugar until you get to a flavor you love.
  • Homemade dressing can separate while sitting. Give it a quick stir before using it.
  • The better the quality of blue cheese that you're using, the richer the dressing will taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 209mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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