Make This Creamy Texas Roadhouse-Style Ranch at Home
Watch our quick BeSureToCook video first and see exactly how we make this thick and creamy homemade ranch without traditional buttermilk.
Texas Roadhouse Ranch Copycat Recipe Without Buttermilk
Want that creamy restaurant-style ranch flavor at home but don't have buttermilk? This easy Texas Roadhouse ranch copycat recipe uses mayonnaise, sour cream, heavy whipping cream, milk, lemon juice, herbs and Be Sure To Seasoning for a thick, creamy homemade ranch that's perfect for wings, fries, vegetables, sandwiches and salads.
One thing that makes this homemade ranch recipe different is that we're not using traditional buttermilk. Heavy whipping cream adds richness while milk and lemon juice help give the dressing the creamy texture and tangy flavor you want in ranch.
It's simple to make and works perfectly when you want a homemade ranch dressing or dipping sauce without making a special trip to the grocery store for buttermilk.
This is BeSureToCook's homemade copycat version inspired by restaurant-style ranch. It is not the official Texas Roadhouse recipe, and BeSureToCook is not affiliated with Texas Roadhouse.
How Do You Make Texas Roadhouse-Style Ranch Without Buttermilk?
Start by whisking mayonnaise, sour cream, heavy whipping cream, milk and lemon juice until smooth. Season the creamy base with black pepper, salt, dried chives, garlic powder and parsley.
Finish it with Be Sure To Seasoning Seasoning Blend, then refrigerate the ranch for at least 2 hours so the flavors have time to come together.
The result is a thick and creamy homemade ranch dressing that can be used as a salad dressing, dipping sauce or sandwich spread.
Texas Roadhouse Ranch Copycat Recipe Without Buttermilk
Creamy homemade ranch made with heavy whipping cream, milk and lemon juice instead of traditional buttermilk.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried chives
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Parsley to taste
- 1 teaspoon Be Sure To Seasoning Seasoning Blend
Directions
- Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream, heavy whipping cream, milk and lemon juice together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the black pepper and salt first. Then add the dried chives, garlic powder and parsley.
- Add 1 teaspoon of Be Sure To Seasoning Seasoning Blend and stir until everything is completely mixed and creamy.
- Cover the ranch and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Stir before serving. If you prefer a thinner ranch dressing, add a small amount of milk until it reaches the consistency you like.
How to Store Homemade Ranch
Keep the ranch covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For best quality and food safety, we recommend using this homemade dairy-based dressing within about 3 to 4 days.
You can read more about safe refrigerated food storage from the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service .
Why This Homemade Ranch Recipe Works
Mayonnaise gives the dressing body, while sour cream makes it thick and creamy. Heavy whipping cream adds richness without requiring a carton of buttermilk, and the combination of milk and lemon juice gives the ranch a lighter consistency with a little extra tang.
Dried chives, parsley, garlic powder and black pepper bring in the familiar herb-and-garlic flavor people expect from ranch. Our Be Sure To Seasoning Seasoning Blend adds another layer of savory flavor without turning the recipe into an overly complicated dressing.
If you are looking for a no-salt seasoning option , you can also learn more about our seasoning blend on BeSureToCook.
What to Serve With Homemade Ranch
Ranch is one of those sauces that works with far more than salad. Try this creamy homemade version with some of our other BeSureToCook recipes.
Buffalo Hot Wings
Cool creamy ranch is a great contrast to hot and crispy buffalo wings.
Get the Buffalo Wings Recipe →Chicken Jalapeño Poppers
Serve the ranch on the side for a cool dipping sauce with spicy jalapeño flavor.
Get the Jalapeño Poppers Recipe →Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Use the ranch as a dip or spread with crispy homemade chicken.
Get the Crispy Chicken Recipe →Texas Roadhouse's official menu also shows ranch served with items such as fried pickles and boneless buffalo wings. Visit the Texas Roadhouse official menu for additional serving inspiration.
The Seasoning We Use in Our Ranch
We add Be Sure To Seasoning Seasoning Blend to this ranch recipe for extra flavor.
It works in sauces, vegetables, chicken, potatoes and plenty of other homemade recipes.
Texas Roadhouse Ranch Copycat Recipe FAQs
Can I make ranch without buttermilk?
Yes. This recipe uses heavy whipping cream, regular milk and lemon juice instead of traditional buttermilk. It still makes a creamy, tangy homemade ranch dressing.
How long should homemade ranch chill before serving?
Refrigerate the ranch for at least 2 hours before serving. This gives the dried herbs and seasonings time to blend into the creamy dressing.
How can I make my ranch dressing thinner?
Stir in a small amount of milk at a time until the ranch reaches your preferred consistency.
How much ranch does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 2 cups of homemade ranch dressing.
What can I dip in homemade ranch?
Try it with buffalo wings, fries, chicken tenders, vegetables, jalapeño poppers, fried appetizers, pizza or crispy chicken.
Is this the official Texas Roadhouse ranch recipe?
No. This is BeSureToCook's homemade copycat version inspired by restaurant-style ranch. It is not an official Texas Roadhouse recipe.
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Recipe published October 5, 2026.