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Creamy Mazzio’s ranch dressing in a bowl served with pizza and fries

Mazzio’s Ranch Recipe

This Mazzio’s Ranch Recipe is a creamy, rich, and flavorful copycat version of the famous ranch dressing served at Mazzio’s Pizza. Made with simple ingredients like mayonnaise, buttermilk, and herbs, this homemade ranch is perfect for dipping pizza, wings, fries, or using as a salad dressing. It delivers the same bold garlic flavor and smooth texture you love right at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dressing, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried dill
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp lemon juice (optional, for freshness)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Mixing Bowl

    Take a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add 1 cup mayonnaise and 1 cup buttermilk. These two ingredients create the creamy base of the ranch dressing.
    Ingredients for Mazzio’s ranch recipe arranged on a kitchen counter

  2. Whisk Until Smooth

    Using a whisk, mix the mayonnaise and buttermilk until the texture becomes smooth and lump-free. This step ensures a consistent, creamy ranch.
    Mayonnaise and buttermilk being added to a bowl

  3. Add Ranch Seasoning Mix

    Add the ranch seasoning packet into the mixture. This provides the essential herbs and spices that define ranch flavor.
    Whisking ranch base until smooth

  4. Enhance with Garlic Flavor

    Add 1 teaspoon garlic powder. This is key to achieving that bold, signature Mazzio’s ranch taste.
    Adding ranch seasoning to the mixture

  5. Add Onion Powder

    Mix in ½ teaspoon onion powder to deepen the savory flavor profile.
    Adding garlic powder to ranch dressing

  6. Add Herbs and Pepper

    Add dried dill and black pepper. These ingredients balance the richness with a fresh, herby touch.
    Adding onion powder, dill, and pepper to ranch

  7. Add Lemon Juice (Optional)

    Add 1 teaspoon lemon juice for a slight tang and freshness. This step is optional but recommended.
    Adding lemon juice to ranch dressing

  8. Mix Thoroughly

    Whisk everything together until all ingredients are fully combined and the dressing looks smooth and creamy.
    Mixing ranch dressing until creamy

  9. Chill for Best Flavor

    Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to blend and intensify.
    Ranch dressing chilling in refrigerator

  10. Serve and Enjoy

    Stir once before serving. Enjoy your homemade Mazzio’s ranch with pizza, wings, fries, or salads.
    Mazzio’s ranch served with pizza and snacks

Notes

Mazzio’s Ranch Recipe

  • For thicker ranch, use more mayonnaise
  • For thinner consistency, add extra buttermilk
  • Always chill before serving for best taste
  • Fresh herbs can enhance flavor even more

Storage

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator
  • Best consumed within 5–7 days
  • Stir before each use

Nutrition (Per Serving – Approximate)

  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
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