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This homemade Blue Cheese Dressing is rich, tangy, and packed with crumbles of bold and funky blue cheese flavor. Perfect for salads, wings, and dipping—it’s so easy to make at home, you’ll never buy the bottled kind again!
Blue cheese dressing is a classic buttermilk-based dressing and perfect addition to your next wedge salad, crudité platter, or basket of spicy buffalo wings!
When I’m in the mood for something a little stronger than ranch dressing, I always turn to this homemade blue cheese recipe. It’s cool, creamy, fresh, and absolutely delicious. Plus, you get to choose how smooth, thick, chunky, or pungent it is. And, it’s way better than anything you’ll buy in a bottle (but I said that already).
Tips for the Best Blue Cheese Dressing
Choose the right blue cheese: Use a blue cheese that tastes good to you. As you may know, blue cheese can be quite strong, so it’s best to plan accordingly. If you’re not sure what to get, Gorgonzola is milder and creamier, while Roquefort or Stilton are sharper and more pungent. Crumble it fresh for better texture and flavor than pre-crumbled varieties.
Control the consistency: If you plan to serve it as a dip, use less buttermilk (or none at all) for a thicker, more scoop-able texture (great for wings and veggies). If you’re making it as a dressing, add more buttermilk (or regular milk) a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Let it sit before serving: The dressing’s flavor really shines when you let it rest for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator before serving. This gives the blue cheese time to infuse the base mixture.
Store it properly: Store your homemade blue cheese dressing in an airtight jar or container in the fridge for up to 7 days. The flavor gets better over time, but stir before serving as it may separate.
Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup buttermilk, more or less to desired consistency
- ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles, more or less to taste
- freshly sliced chives for garnish, optional
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Slowly whisk in the buttermilk until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
- Gently fold in the blue cheese crumbles, breaking up any large chunks if needed. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper as needed.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Ingredient Substitutions and Additions
- No Buttermilk? Combine regular milk with a splash of lemon juice or white vinegar as a quick substitute. You’ll need about 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar per cup of milk.
- No Mayo? Use all sour cream, Greek yogurt, or a combo for a lighter version.
- Extra Tang? Add a dash of lemon juice, hot sauce, or a splash of Worcestershire sauce.
More Creamy Dressings and Sauces
Looking for more creamy dressings and sauces to keep on hand? Try my Homemade Buffalo Sauce for a rich, buttery heat that’s perfect for wings, sandwiches, and more. For something fresh and herbaceous, this Green Goddess Dressing blends creamy avocado with bright herbs for a vibrant dressing or dip.
You can never go wrong with a classic like Buttermilk Ranch Dressing, made with tangy buttermilk and fresh herbs—but if you’re craving something with a kick, try my bold and spicy Chipotle Ranch or Sriracha Ranch versions for even more flavor!
For something sweet and tangy, my Poppyseed Dressing is perfect over fruit-filled salads, while Thousand Island Dressing brings bold, creamy flavor to everything from burgers to classic wedge salads.
