Description
This creamy and tangy Blue Cheese Dressing combines the sharpness of Roquefort with the smoothness of mayonnaise and sour cream, balanced by buttermilk and a hint of vinegar. Perfect as a dip or salad dressing, it offers a rich, flavorful experience with a delightful texture containing little pops of blue cheese.
Ingredients
Blue Cheese Dressing Ingredients
- 120g / 3 oz Roquefort or other creamy blue cheese (about 1 lightly packed cup when crumbled)
- 1/4 cup whole-egg mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup buttermilk (plus more as needed)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp cooking salt or kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Mash the Cheese: Place the blue cheese in a bowl and mash it with a fork until crumbly. Since blue cheese is soft, this process is easy and helps break it down for the dressing.
- Whisk Ingredients: Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, garlic powder, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the mashed blue cheese. Whisk vigorously for about 15 seconds to blend the ingredients together while retaining small lumps of cheese for texture.
- Adjust Thickness: The dressing will be thick and perfect for dipping or coating salads. To achieve a thinner consistency, gradually add more buttermilk and whisk until your desired thickness is reached.
Notes
- Use a creamy blue cheese like Roquefort for authentic flavor and texture.
- Whole-egg mayonnaise adds richness; substitute with regular mayonnaise if unavailable.
- If buttermilk is unavailable, you can substitute it by mixing 1/2 cup milk with 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar, letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- For a completely smooth dressing, blend all ingredients in a food processor or blender until uniform.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American