Taco Bell Avocado Ranch Copycat

Name: Copycat Taco Bell Avocado Ranch
Prep time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 avocados; ½ cup Mayo; ½ cup sour cream; 3 tbsp buttermilk; 1 tbsp white wine vinegar; 1 tsp garlic paste; ½ tbsp white cheddar cheese seasoning; 1 tsp buttermilk powder; 1 tsp smoked paprika; ¼ tsp red chili flakes; 1 tsp dried dill weed; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

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Copycat Taco Bell avocado ranch sauce gives us all the flavor we love in this delicious condiment but better! This homemade version is so rich and creamy, and it goes well with almost anything.

I love Taco Bell’s avocado ranch sauce. One night, I was wishing I had some for my crackers, and it came to me. I’d make my own!

Taco Bell Avocado Ranch Sauce

This was inspired by my avocado aioli recipe and pairs well with pita chips, pretzels, crackers, and more.

Ingredients

You’ll only need simple ingredients to make this recipe, and you’ll find them all easily at your local grocery store.

Avocados
Mayonnaise
Sour cream
Buttemrilk
White wine vinegar
Garlic paste
White cheddar cheese seasoning
Buttermilk powder
Paprika
Chili flakes
Dill weed
Kosher salt
Grated parmesan cheese

See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities.

Instructions

There might be several ingredients to this dish, but there are only three steps!

Step 1: Mash the Avocados

Mash the avocados until smooth in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2: Add the Remaining Ingredients

Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl, then stir to combine.

Step 3: Puree and Chill

Add the mixture to a food processor or blender and puree. Then, pour the sauce into mason jars and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Hint: Be sure to let the sauce chill for a minimum of 2 hours so the flavors can meld.

Closup shot of spoonful of copycat Taco Bell avocado ranch sauce with more sauce in mason jar in background

Substitutions

Don’t have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this copycat Taco Bell avocado ranch sauce.

Greek Yogurt – If you don’t have sour cream, full-fat Greek yogurt can be used in equal amounts.
Table Salt – Kosher salt works best, but table salt will do if that’s all you have.
Homemade Buttermilk – If you don’t have buttermilk, add 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk to make your own.

Variations

Want to personalize this Taco Bell avocado ranch recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.

Mild – If you don’t like spicy food, omit the red pepper flakes.
Onion Powder – Add onion powder for even more flavor.

If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this buffalo ranch sauce.

Equipment

It takes next to no equipment to make this recipe!

Meauring cups and spoons
Mixing bowl
Fork
Spoon
Food processor or blender
Mason jars

Storage

This will keep well in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Freezing is not recommended.

Tips

Although this is a simple recipe, I have a couple of tips to help you make it the best that it can be.

Don’t mash the avocados until you’re ready to make the entire recipe. You don’t want them to turn brown.
When pureeing this sauce, don’t make it a liquid. Leave it with some texture.

Closeup shot of spoon in mason jar filled with Taco Bell avocado ranch sauce.

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FAQ

Do you have questions about this copycat Taco Bell avocado ranch? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about Taco Bell avocado ranch sauce.

How long will this sauce last?

It will keep well in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

Can I freeze this for later?

I don’t recommend it. It will break when defrosted, making a watery, gross mess.

What can I serve with this sauce?

It’s great on everything from chicken, beef, and pork to tacos, wraps, and more. You can put it on almost anything!