Creamy Buffalo Ranch Wing Sauce

• 1/2 cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/4 cup hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Steps

1. 1 In a medium bowl, whisk together ranch dressing and hot sauce until smooth.
2. 2 Stir in melted butter, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
3. 3 Taste and adjust the spice level by adding more hot sauce if desired.
4. 4 Cover and let the flavors meld for at least 30 minutes in the fridge before serving.

Equipment

• Medium bowl
• Whisk

Variations

• Add a dash of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
• Omit hot sauce for a milder ranch wing sauce.

Substitutions

• Use vegan ranch dressing for a vegan version.
• Substitute melted coconut oil for butter to make it dairy-free.

Pairings

• Serve with crispy baked wings.
• Pair with a side of blue cheese crumbles for contrast.

Nutrition

Tips

• For extra richness, let the sauce come to room temperature before serving.
• If you prefer a smoother sauce, blend all ingredients with an immersion blender.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Freezing: Freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge and give it a good whisk before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Perfect for drizzling over buffalo wings.
• Great dip for celery sticks and carrot sticks.

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