If you like your salad dressing with a little kick, you’ll be obsessed with this easy homemade ranch dressing recipe.

How to Make Jalapeno Ranch Dressing

Combine. Add all the ingredients to a bowl and stir to combine.
Refrigerate. Refrigerate until ready to use.

How to Store Homemade Dressings

Store homemade dressings in an airtight container and place it in the cool part of the refrigerator, not on the door racks. It’s also important to label the container with the date the dressing was made, as homemade recipes may not last as long as store-bought dressings due to the lack of preservatives.

Another way to extend the shelf life of your homemade dressings and sauces is by using sterilized jars and canning them. When properly stored, your homemade dressings and sauces can last for weeks, or even months, depending on the ingredients used.

You also have the option of storing homemade dressings in a freezer-safe, airtight container. When stored this way, homemade dressings can keep for up to 2-3 months in the freezer.

Use This Homemade Jalapeno Ranch Dressing with These Dishes:

Chips and Dip
Pizza
French Fries
Fried Pickles
Breadsticks
Fried Vegetables

Can I Freeze This Jalapeno Ranch Dressing?

The short answer is yes, however, it’s important to note that the texture and consistency may change slightly once thawed. Store the dressing in an airtight, freezer-safe container to avoid freezer burn and ice crystals forming at the top, which can make the dressing extremely watery once thawed.

When you’re ready to use the dressing, simply let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight or for a few hours and give it a good stir before serving.