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Applebees Ranch Recipe

Applebees Ranch Recipe

This Applebees Ranch Recipe is one of those sauces you taste once and never forget. It is creamy, cool and full of gentle flavor. I still remember dipping my fries into it at Applebee’s and wishing I had more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 140 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions
  

Prepare the Mixing Bowl

  • Place a clean mixing bowl on the counter. Make sure it is dry and ready to use.

Add Mayonnaise

  • Add mayonnaise to the bowl. This creates the creamy and rich base for the ranch.

Add Sour Cream

  • Spoon sour cream into the bowl. This adds tang and smooth texture to the dressing.

Pour in Buttermilk

  • Slowly pour buttermilk into the bowl. This helps thin the ranch and add classic flavor.

Add Garlic Powder

  • Sprinkle garlic powder evenly over the mixture. It adds gentle warmth without overpowering the sauce.

Add Onion Powder

  • Add onion powder next. This builds depth and gives restaurant-style taste.

Add Dried Dill

  • Sprinkle dried dill into the bowl. This gives ranch its signature fresh and herby flavor.

Add Parsley

  • Add dried parsley for color and reminding freshness. It also balances the creamy base.

Season with Salt and Pepper

  • Add salt and black pepper. Start small and adjust later if needed.

Add Lemon Juice

  • Pour in lemon juice. This brightens the ranch and balances the creamy richness.

Whisk Until Smooth

  • Whisk everything together gently. Mix until smooth, creamy, and evenly combined.

Taste and Adjust

  • Taste the ranch. Adjust salt or buttermilk based on thickness and flavor preference.

Chill Before Serving

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least thirty minutes. This helps flavors blend beautifully.

Notes

  • Use fresh buttermilk for best flavor.
  • Add extra dill if you love herbal taste.
  • Use Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • Add a pinch of paprika for mild warmth.
  • Let it chill longer for stronger flavor.
Keyword Applebees Ranch Recipe