Cheddar Cheese Dressing

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Elevate your salads and snacks with this creamy, rich, and irresistibly tangy Cheddar Cheese Dressing! Packed with the bold flavor of sharp cheddar cheese, this recipe combines mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk for a luscious, velvety texture, while Dijon mustard and white vinegar add a zesty kick. A medley of garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika enhances the depth of flavor, making it the perfect dressing, dip, or topping. Ready in just 10 minutes and requiring no cooking, this versatile condiment is ideal for drizzling over salads, dunking veggies, or dolloping onto baked potatoes. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the vibrant flavors meld, and enjoy a homemade dressing that’s sure to be the star of any meal!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Stir until evenly blended.

2. Gradually add the buttermilk, one tablespoon at a time, whisking to create a smooth consistency.

3. Stir in the white vinegar and Dijon mustard to introduce tanginess and depth of flavor.

4. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.

5. Taste the dressing and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.

6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

7. Before serving, stir the dressing once more to ensure the consistency is smooth and even.

8. Serve the cheddar cheese dressing over salads, as a dip for vegetables, or as a topping for baked potatoes. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (71.2g)

Calories		259
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		25.4 g	33%
	Saturated Fat	9.1 g	46%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		38 mg	13%
Sodium		375 mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate		3.1 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.1 g	1%
	Total Sugars	1.9 g
Protein		5.8 g	12%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		175 mg	13%
Iron		0.2 mg	1%
Potassium		47 mg	1%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1372 cal (86.5%%)

Protein: 140 cal (8.9%%)

Carbs: 73 cal (4.6%%)