Wingstop Ranch

The first time I tasted Wingstop’s ranch, I knew this wasn’t your average dipping sauce. That perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and herby flavors hooked me. After countless wing nights and experiments in my kitchen, I’ve cracked the code on their famous ranch recipe. Trust me, it’s exactly like the real thing!

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What makes the Wingstop Ranch so good?

Everyone knows hot wings are better with a bowl of ranch dip on the side. And if that ranch dip comes from Wingstop, so much the better!

Until recently, the ingredients in Wingstop ranch dressing dip were a closely guarded secret. But a viral TikTok video blew the lid off the mystery and answered two of the most commonly asked questions about the dipping sauce:

• How does Wingstop make their ranch dip?
• What ranch does Wingstop use in their dipping sauce?

This recipe reproduces the famous Wingstop Ranch Dip based on the answers from that video. 

Why this recipe works

• Only 3 simple ingredients
• No chopping or cooking required
• Tastes identical to Wingstop’s version
• Fraction of the cost of store-bought ranch
• Perfect thickness for dipping
• It is better than basic Hidden Valley ranch

Why you must try this recipe

With just three ingredients, this copycat Wingstop Ranch Dip is simple and easy to make. The show’s real star here is the sour tang of the cultured buttermilk that works so well with the other components in the dip. That wonderful buttermilk taste is what sets it apart.

While the recipe and the restaurant both use cultured buttermilk, if you can get your hands on some real buttermilk, it will give the dip even more wonderful acidity.

Ingredients for Wingstop Ranch Dip

To make this copycat Wingstop ranch recipe, you’ll need:

• Cultured buttermilk 
• Mayonnaise 
• Hidden Valley Original Ranch dry ranch dressing mix – we recommend using the Hidden Valley Original Ranch – Restaurant style if this is available in your store.

Pick up the “Buttermilk Recipe” version of the Hidden Valley Original Ranch dry ranch packets.

How to prepare the dip

To make this copycat Wingstop ranch dressing recipe:

1. Combine the buttermilk and the ranch dressing mix packet in a bowl.

2. Whisk in the mayo in stages until the dip has a smooth texture.
3. Cover with plastic wrap and put in the fridge for at least an hour.
4. Whisk well before serving. 

Recipe Notes

This dressing contains dairy and eggs. You can substitute the main ingredients of regular mayo with vegan mayonnaise and the buttermilk with a plant-based alternative to make it dairy-free, egg-free, and vegan.

Variations and Dietary Modifications

Make it vegan

• Use plant-based mayo
• Substitute buttermilk with:
  • Unsweetened almond milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Unsweetened soy milk + 1 tbsp vinegar

Make it lighter

• Use light mayonnaise
• Replace half the mayo with Greek yogurt
• Use low-fat buttermilk

Flavor variations

• Add extra garlic powder for more punch
• Mix in chopped fresh herbs
• Add a dash of hot sauce for kick

What to serve it with

Ranch Dipping Sauce is essential for hot wings and works well with chicken tenders and nuggets. It’s also great for french fries and onion rings instead of ketchup.

Other ways you can use this 3-ingredient dip

This recipe is excellent for a lot more than just chicken wings Try these suggestions to help use up any leftovers:

• Use as a dip for broccoli, cucumbers, carrots, and celery.
• Brush the ranch dip on raw cubed chicken pieces and let them marinate for an hour. Then, thread the chicken on a skewer and grill for a delicious kebab. 
• Mix a few tablespoons of the dip into the ground beef for an additional flavor in hamburgers or meatloaves. 

How to store the Copycat Ranch

Throw out any ranch dip you served, but you can keep any unused homemade ranch dressing in an airtight container in the coldest area of the fridge. 

How long does it stay fresh?

The dip can last up to a week, depending on the freshness of the buttermilk. 

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