How to Make Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing From Mix

Creamy, flavorful, rich, glistening Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing that is addicting and good on absolutely everything. Look no further to learn How to Make Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing From Mix.

Who doesn’t love that creamy blend of herbs that homemade salad dressings offer, especially for a fan of ranch, the best homemade ranch dressing of all! Of course, you can buy premade ranch from the hidden valley kitchens, but the diy ranch dressing in the dry seasoning packet is the real thing and the real deal that has the great taste for the taste buds! 

How to Make Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing with Packet

It really couldn’t be easier and the recipe is right on the back of the box BUT in case you threw the box away or didn’t quite understand what to do, I’m here to show you. You can do it! It’s EASY!

You’ll find these packet dressings are similar. See our Italian Dressing Packet for example

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Mayo – A cup of mayonnaise, use a good one! 
• Milk – A cup of milk (whole milk) is best, but if you must, use any regular milk.
• Packet of Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing  – (use the hidden valley ranch packets dry mix or 3 Tbs out of the large bottle). Don’t use an off brand store-bought packet.

Special Equipment

This recipe is made much easier with a good whisk and bowl especially if this is your first time making buttermilk ranch dressing. There’s no need for an electric mixer or other specialty equipment to make this salad dressing mix. This recipe is so much better than store-bought stuff. It’s the best ranch seasoning mix recipe out there! 

PRO TIP: Whisks with a more balloon end give more air to your recipe, which is generally what you want.

This bowl set is awesome because it has a spout, a small handle and some grippers on the bottom of the bowl to hold steady on the counter.

PRO TIP: Always look for bowls whose handles don’t take up so much room in your cabinets and that aren’t so heavy. Room is always at a premium in the cabinet and once you get a batter or something in the bowl, it makes it so much heavier!

PRO TIP: Store your homemade ranch seasoning mix and your own ranch dressing in an airtight container in the fridge.

Here’s How It’s Done

• Mix the dry buttermilk powder, cup mayonnaise and cup of milk together
• Let it set in the fridge for a bit to thicken and marry.
• put in an air-tight container for storage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

How to Make Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing with Greek Yogurt

If you have Greek Yogurt on hand, you can substitute for the mayo. 

If it is too thick, simply add more milk and thin it down to the consistency you prefer.

Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Ingredients for Creamy Original Ranch

According to my product information, here are the ingredients from the huge library of hidden valley ingredients.

• Maltodextrine
• Buttermilk
• Salt
• MSG
• Garlic
• Onion
• Lactic Acid
• Calcium Lactate
• Spices
• Citric Acid
• And other things + less than 1%

Hidden Valley Ranch Instructions

The instructions are so very simple for homemade ranch dressing mix.

• Mix the ingredients together.
• Allow to sit for a few minutes.
• Serve.
• See the recipe box below for specifics.

Tips and Tricks

There are a few tips and tricks for great Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing and here they are…

• If you want to add more flavor, use buttermilk instead of milk in the recipe.
• Allow the whole thing to sit in the fridge for about an hour or more to thicken.
• If the resulting recipe is thicker than you prefer, simply add more milk to the recipe to thin it.
• Always mix it well or shake well before using so that the ingredients get a remix and any settling is shaken up.
• An alternative method is to add some extra seasoning to the ranch mix, like garlic powder, fresh herbs, onion powder, a dash of apple cider vinegar and even some worcestershire sauce. 
• If you are looking for a vegan friendly option, use vegan mayonnaise and milk substitute. 
• For homemade ranch dip, use the dip directions and mix a cup of sour cream with the dry ingredients and then add a splash of milk for optimal thickness. 
• This restaurant style ranch dressing is great on chicken tenders, mississippi pot roast, and bacon ranch potato salad!

CHEF’S SECRET PRO TIP: For exceptional Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing, use buttermilk instead of milk!

Watch Sarah Make Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing

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This article originally appeared on the pages of Loaves and Dishes on January 10, 2023 and has been updated with new information that includes changes to the recipe card, pro tips and instructions.

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