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Crack Corn Dip

Andrea + Stef — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 01:20:20 +0000

Crack corn dip is creamy, cheesy and packed with golden corn. You only need half an hour and a handful of ingredients to make this perfect appetizer. Cowboy crack dip can also be served as a delicious snack on game day, at summer cookouts or your next party. It is easy to make and can be cooked in the oven or slow cooker. You can even prepare it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake. This is the best recipe for crowd-pleasing crack corn dip and it will surely be a huge hit at your next party!

What is Crack Corn Dip?

Delicious super bowl crack corn dip is served warm and made from frozen corn, green chilies, sour cream, cream cheese, shredded cheese and spices. It tastes great with tortilla chips, tostadas, crackers or pita chips. Even tough this creamy dip only takes 20 minutes in the oven, it can also be cooked in a slow cooker. Hot cheesy corn dip is also often called cowboy corn dip, Mexican corn dip or fiesta corn dip.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: creamy hot dip packed with corn and melty cheese, that tastes heavenly on a salty chip
Main Ingredients: frozen corn, green chilies, sour cream, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, black pepper and garlic salt
Cooking Method: oven baked
Cooking Time: 10 minutes prep time, 20 minutes cook time
Pairs well with: plain tortilla chips, tostadas, flavored corn chips, pita chips, crackers
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free, vegetarian
Special Equipment Needed: large bowl, cooking spoon or spatula, 8×8-inch baking dish, pie pan

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this crack corn dip recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this corn dip recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Corn Crack Dip Ingredients

3 cups frozen corn (thawed and drained)
4 oz can diced green chilies
1 cup sour cream
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
8 oz shredded cheese such as sharp cheddar and/or Pepper Jack cheese (2 cups)
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic salt

Optional Garnish

sliced jalapeños, freshly chopped cilantro, diced green peppers or red peppers, sliced green onions

Variations and Substitutions

Corn: We use regular frozen corn, but you can substitute white corn, fresh corn or sweet corn for a hint of sweetness.

Bacon: If you love bacon, add ¼ cup cooked, crumbled up bacon to this Mexican corn dip. It adds so much flavor.

Peppers: If you like to add a little splash of color to this delicious dip add some chopped green or red peppers.

Little Kick of Spice: For a little bit of extra spice, add some cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños to the dip.

Toppings: Before serving this hot corn dip top the dip bowl with some freshly sliced jalapeños or green onions.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this Mexican inspired corn dip recipe, try our Frito Pie with Ground Beef. This yummy, quick and easy comfort food pairs perfectly with crack corn dip.

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Baking Dish or Pie Plate — We are using a 9inch pie plate for this recipe. However, a square baking dish would work well too.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook corn chip dip in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the printable recipe card below.

MIX INGREDIENTS: Firstly, set aside ½ cup of the grated cheese. Afterwards stir together all remaining cheesy dip ingredients.

TOP WITH CHEESE: Then transfer to an oven-proof, shallow baking dish or pie plate. Sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top of the dip.

BAKE AND SERVE: Bake at 350ºF for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve this party dip immediately with your favorite chips.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love serving easy to make dips at parties then try our amazing Buckeye Dip. This sweet dessert dip tastes just like a mix of buckeye candies and peanut butter frosting!

Make Ahead

You can easily assemble this scrumptious dip several hours or even 2 days ahead of time. Tightly cover the dish with plastic wrap and store in the fridge until you are ready to bake.

Slow Cooker Corn Dip

Additionally to the oven method, you can also make this easy chip dip recipe in a crockpot. Simply combine the dip ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on high for 2 hours. Shortly before the cooking time is over (about 10 minutes) give the dip a good stir and top with the remaining cheese.

Stef says….

Another corn side dish or snack I can’t get enough of is Mexican Street Corn. This is no ordinary corn on the cob. Chargrilled corn is smothered in a spicy and creamy sauce mixture and then topped with chopped cilantro and cotija cheese! It gets my mouth watering just thinking about it!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make award winning crack corn dip.

Tip: For perfectly creamy texture, make sure to soften the cream cheese before blending it with the remaining ingredients.
Tip: Use frozen or fresh summer corn for this dip. While you can use white, yellow or sweet corn, we do not recommend canned corn for this crack corn dip recipe.
Tip: Due to the high dairy content we recommend not leaving this dip out for more than 2 hours.

More Dip Recipes

If you love this easy dip recipe, then you’ll enjoy our 7 layer dip or nacho cheese dip as well as these delicious dip recipes:

Andrea says….

My favorite thing to bring to a party is chips and dip! I especially love show stopping dips like this Cheesy Jalapeño Dip! I will give you fair warning…this dip is addictive!

More Party Food Recipes

Scrumptious crack corn dip pairs well with these other yummy party snacks, for the perfect party or game night spread:

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store cowboy corn dip leftovers in an airtight container or tightly covered with plastic wrap in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: We do not recommend freezing this dip, because its consistency might change after defrosting.

How To Reheat

Reheat leftover fiesta corn dip in the microwave. However, you can also serve leftovers as cold corn dip. Just give it a good stir before serving.

Common Questions

Can I add any toppings to this easy appetizer?

By all means!! We recommend freshly chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, green onions or chopped bell pepper.

How long can this crowd-pleasing dip sit out at room temperature?

We recommend leaving this dip out at room temperature no longer than two hours. After that, in order to stay food safe, give it some time in the fridge to cool down. You can reheat leftovers later or serve them as a cold dip.

Crack Corn Dip Recipe

Creamy and flavorful dip chock full of cheesy corn, that tastes amazing with tortilla chips.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine American, keto, Mexican

Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Keyword corn chip dip, corn dip, crack corn dip recipe, easy chip dip, super bowl crack corn dip

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 269kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

mixing bowl
cooking spoon or spatula
baking dish or pie plate

Ingredients

3 cups frozen corn thawed and drained
4 oz can diced green chilies
1 cup sour cream
8 oz cream cheese softened
8 oz cheddar cheese and/or pepper jack cheese grated (2 cups)
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic salt

Instructions

First preheat the oven to 350ºF.
Set aside ½ cup of the grated cheese and then stir together all remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl.
Transfer mixed dip to an oven-proof, shallow baking dish or pie plate.
Next, sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top.
Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Notes

Tip: For perfectly creamy texture, make sure to soften the cream cheese before blending it with the remaining ingredients.

Tip: Use frozen or fresh summer corn for this dip. While you can use white, yellow or sweet corn, we do not recommend canned corn for this crack corn dip recipe.

Tip: Due to the high dairy content we recommend not leaving this dip out for more than 2 hours.

Nutrition

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Buffalo Chicken Dip Crockpot Recipe

Andrea + Stef — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 14:39:44 +0000

Crockpot buffalo chicken dip is a great appetizer or party food, that can be served at dinner parties, family gatherings, or game days. It only uses 6 simple ingredients and can be prepared up to 2 days ahead of time. This scrumptious combination of juicy chicken, zingy ranch dressing, hot buffalo sauce and cheese is everyone’s favorite. You can even make this crowd-pleasing party snack in the oven, if you prefer. This is the best buffalo chicken dip crockpot recipe and you can serve it with chips, crackers, veggies or toasted white bread at your next party.

What is Buffalo Chicken Dip?

This game day and super bowl party staple is a creamy mixture of cream cheese, ranch dressing, shredded chicken, buffalo hot sauce, green onions and cheese. It is basically the dip version of buffalo chicken wings. Crockpot buffalo chicken dip pairs well with corn chips, crackers, toasted white bread and fresh veggie sticks.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: creamy and spicy chicken dip that can be served as an appetizer or party food, all the flavor of buffalo chicken wings without the mess

Main Ingredients: cream cheese, cheddar cheese, spicy buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, chicken breasts, green onions, blue cheese crumbles (optional)

Cooking Method: Crockpot (slow cooker)

Cooking Time: prep time 10 minutes, cook time 90 minutes

Pairs well with: tortilla chips, pita chips, toasted white bread, bell peppers, celery sticks, carrot sticks

Diets: keto friendly, gluten free

Special Equipment Needed: slow cooker, cooking spoon or spatula

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this crockpot buffalo chicken dip in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this buffalo chicken dip recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese (cut into pieces)
3 cups grated cheddar cheese (divided)
¾ cup buffalo sauce
1 cup ranch dressing
3 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
½ cup chopped green onions

Optional Garnish

blue cheese crumbles, sliced green onions

Variations and Substitutions

Cheese: Substitute shredded cheddar with Monterrey Jack or mozzarella cheese, if you like. We do recommend shredding your own cheese instead of using pre-shredded cheese.

Cooked Chicken: You can use oven baked chicken breasts, meat from a rotisserie chicken or even canned chicken for this delicious dip.

Hot Sauce: Use your favorite brand of buffalo sauce, such as Frank’s or Texas Pete, for example.

Adjust Spiciness: In case you like your dip a bit more on the milder side, reduce the amount of hot sauce by a ¼ cup and add a ¼ cup more ranch dressing or sour cream. You can also add buffalo sauce by ¼ cups full until you find your right amount of spice.

Blue Cheese: You can leave out the blue cheese completely, if you prefer. A great way to dial up the blue cheese flavor is by substituting a ¼ cup of ranch with blue cheese dressing. Moreover you can add some extra blue cheese crumbs directly into the dip.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this buffalo chicken dip crockpot recipe, try our Easy Homemade Ranch Dip Recipe. You’ll love it because this cool, creamy and zingy dip pairs perfectly with spicy chicken dip.

Andrea says….

If you are looking for a scrumptious vegetarian game day dip, try my Easy Cheesy Jalapeño Dip. Fresh jalapenos and cheese dip? That’s a winning combination! It’s like a jalapeno popper dip.

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Crockpot — This recipe requires a slow cooker. We use a 6 qt. basic Crockpot brand slow cooker. It works wonderfully. If you’re planning to take your Crockpot to potlucks you’ll want to check out this one that has a locking lid. A slow cooker has an inner pot called the crock. Neither the crock nor the lid are oven safe on most machines. Do not put them in the oven.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook the best buffalo chicken dip in the slow cooker, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

COMBINE INGREDIENTS: Firstly combine cream cheese, 2 cups of cheddar cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and the chicken breast in the bowl of a quart crock pot. Then stir until blended thoroughly.

COOK: Cook on high heat for 1-2 hours, or until heated through. Afterwards stir well before topping with the remaining cheese. Put the lid back on the pot, then cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until cheese is fully melted.

ADD CHEESE AND SERVE: Finally, garnish with blue cheese crumbles and green onions. Then serve with chips, toasted baguette, or raw vegetables.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love spicy chicken appetizers then you’ll love our Air Fryer Chipotle Chicken Wings. Bursting with flavor, these spicy chicken wings are not only a perfect appetizer but can also be served as a great weeknight meal.

Make Ahead

You can assemble this crockpot hot dip recipe up to 2 days ahead of time. Make sure to cover tightly with cling wrap and keep in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

Oven Baked Buffalo Wings Dip

You can also cook this perfect appetizer in the oven if you prefer. Blend all the dip ingredients in a mixing bowl and then transfer the dip to a shallow baking dish. Make sure to soften the cream cheese first, in order for it to blend properly with the other ingredients. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top and bake for 25-30 minutes at 375ºF. Top with blue cheese crumbles if desired and serve.

Stef says….

Buffalo chicken dip is our go-to appetizer during football season. However, if I want to mix it up a little I make these delicious and easy recipes for Buffalo Chicken Meatballs or Buffalo Chicken Fries.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best crock pot buffalo chicken dip.

Tip: For best results use freshly cooked chicken breast.
Tip: Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.
Tip: Taste your dip mixture before cooking, to adjust spiciness. Add more hot sauce for a spicier version, or dial down the heat by adding some sour cream, mayonnaise or more ranch dressing.

More Delicious Warm Dip Recipes

If you love this buffalo dip recipe, then you’ll enjoy our 7 layer dip or nacho cheese dip as well as these delicious homemade dip recipes:

More Crockpot Recipes

Have you tried any of our other scrumptious slow cooker recipes? They are perfect if you love easy and flavorful recipes, that require a minimum of hands-on preparation.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store leftover dip in an airtight container, ziploc bag, or bowl covered in plastic wrap or aluminum foil in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Transfer your leftover slow cooker buffalo chicken dip to a freezer-safe container or ziploc freezer bag and then freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: A great way to thaw easy crockpot buffalo chicken dip leftovers is overnight in the fridge.

How To Reheat

Reheat buffalo chicken wings dip leftovers in a microwave safe dish in the microwave or in a baking dish in the oven, until heated through and bubbly.

Common Questions

What is the best type of cooked chicken meat to use for this easy buffalo chicken dip?

As a matter of fact you can pretty much use any kind of cooked chicken. It all comes down to personal preference. We love using cooked chicken breast. Simply season boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook in the oven at 400ºF for 25 minutes or until they reach 165ºF at the thickest part. Then shred or cut into small pieces. Additionally, you can use the breast meat of a rotisserie chicken or canned chicken breast is another great option.

What is the best brand of hot sauce for this crockpot buffalo chicken dip recipe?

We love using Frank’s Red Hot Wing Sauce for this cheesy dip. However, you can also try other hot wing sauces such as Texas Pete, Crystal, or Anchor Bar.

What do I serve this spicy and creamy dip with?

The best part about this amazing super bowl buffalo chicken dip: it goes with almost everything. Serve this delicious appetizer with freshly cut veggies, such as celery sticks, baby carrots, cucumber slices or bell pepper sticks, for example. There are also lots of choices when it comes to chips and crackers. This delicious blend of chicken, cheese and hot sauce tastes great with tortilla chips, tostadas, salty crackers, pita chips or toasted French bread slices.

How do I serve spicy chicken dip?

Our favorite way to serve this dip is directly in the slow cooker. If you have an outlet close to your serving table, keep the crockpot plugged in and on the warm setting. This keeps your dip warm and melty for everyone to enjoy. If not, simply leaving the dip in the warm crockpot insert should keep it warm and gooey, as well.

Buffalo Chicken Dip Crockpot Recipe

Creamy mix of cheese, chicken and hot sauce, that makes the perfect game day party snack. This buffalo chicken dip can be cooked and kept warm in a slow cooker.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, keto

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword buffalo chicken dip in the slow cooker, crockpot buffalo chicken dip, spicy chicken dip, superbowl buffalo chicken dip recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1 30

Total Time 1 40

Servings servings

Calories 280kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

slow cooker
cooking spoon or spatula

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese cut into pieces
3 cups cheddar cheese grated and divided
¾ cup buffalo sauce
1 cup ranch dressing
3 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
½ cup green onions chopped
blue cheese crumbles optional

Instructions

In the bowl of a crockpot, combine cream cheese, 2 cups of cheddar cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and the chicken breast.
Stir ingredients together until well blended.
Cook on high heat for 60-90 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
After a good stir, top with remaining cheddar cheese and put the lid back on the pot. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until cheese is fully melted.
Finally, garnish with blue cheese crumbles and green onions. Serve with chips, toasted baguette, or raw vegetables.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

Fresh chopped vegetables: cut up carrots, bell peppers or celery
Chips: tortilla chips or pita chips
Bread: crusty bread, baguette

Tips

For best results use freshly cooked chicken breast.

Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.

Taste your dip mixture before cooking, to adjust spiciness. Add more hot sauce for a spicier version, or dial down the heat by adding some sour cream, mayonnaise or more ranch dressing.

Nutrition

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Cannoli Dip

Andrea + Stef — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 05:24:25 +0000

If you love the creamy texture of cannoli filling then this Italian dessert dip is the perfect sweet treat for you. This rich and sweet dip is basically a deconstructed cannoli. It only uses 5 ingredients and is ready in just 5 minutes. You can serve this crowd-pleasing dessert as a party snack or even dessert after dinner. It tastes great with cannoli chips, waffle cone pieces, cookies, or graham crackers. This is the best ricotta and mascarpone cannoli dip you have ever tasted!

What is Cannoli Dip?

Cannoli dip is the creamy and delicious filling of traditional cannoli recipes turned into an amazing sweet dip. Regular cannoli dip is usually made from ricotta, mascarpone, sugar, vanilla and chocolate chips. This perfect dessert is then served with cannoli chips, cone pieces, waffle cookies or graham crackers.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: rich and creamy inside of a cannoli in dip form served with cookies, crackers or waffle pieces
Main Ingredients: whole milk ricotta, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, mini chocolate chips
Cooking Method: no bake
Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time
Pairs well with: waffle cones, cannoli shells, graham crackers, pizzelle cookies, fresh fruit
Diets: gluten free, vegetarian
Special Equipment Needed: medium bowl, spatula, stand mixer or handheld electric mixer

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this cannoli dip with mascarpone cheese in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the local grocery store! If this is your first time making this cannoli dip recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Easy Cannoli Dip Ingredients

1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1 cup mascarpone cheese (or substitute cream cheese)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup mini chocolate chips

Optional Garnish

more chocolate chips

Variations and Substitutions

Chocolate Chips: Substitute dark chocolate chips with milk chocolate chips. Make sure, however, to always use miniature chocolate chips with dip.

Mascarpone Cheese: You can substitute cream cheese in a pinch. Make sure it’s almost at room temperature otherwise it wont blend smoothly with the ricotta.

Sugar: Substitute confectioner’s sugar for the powdered sugar.

Zest: In case you would like a bit of citrus flavor in your delicious dip, add some orange zest or lemon zest to this decadent cannoli dessert.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this delicious cannoli cream dip recipe, then try our amazing Cookie Dough Dip. You’ll love it because it is actually a safe way to satisfy your cookie dough craving!

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix this easy cookie dough dip recipe.

Electric Mixer – Use a stand mixer or an electric hand mixer with a paddle attachment or beaters to whip up this easy dip.

Instructions

This section shows how to make creamy Italian cannoli dip, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

PREPARE RICOTTA: In case there is excess liquid in the ricotta or in the mascarpone, place them in a fine mesh sieve over a large bowl and drain for at least 30 minutes.

BLEND CREAMY BASE: Firstly, cream together the ricotta and mascarpone until fluffy, using a stand mixer or handheld mixer. Then slowly beat in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.

ADD CHOCOLATE CHIPS: Afterwards fold in or carefully mix in the chocolate chips.

SERVE: Finally, transfer creamy dip to a serving bowl and use remaining chocolate chips to garnish. Then serve with your favorite dippers such as chocolate chip cookies, graham crackers, waffle cone pieces, or vanilla wafters.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love Italian inspired desserts then you’ll love our Glazed Limoncello Cake Loaf. Super moist and full of bright flavor, this quick bread is baked with limoncello liqueur and topped with a sweet, boozy limoncello glaze.

Stef says….

Holy cannoli, this dip tastes amazing! However, if you got some extra time, give my true Italian Cannoli Recipe a whirl. No more need to go to an Italian bakery, they are just to die for!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best homemade cannoli dip.

Tip: Use top quality ricotta cheese for this recipe. We recommend very fine-grained, whole milk ricotta to get a smooth and creamy texture.
Tip: Make sure ricotta and mascarpone cheese do not contain any excess liquid, otherwise your sweet dip might become runny.
Tip: Use a stand mixer or electric hand mixer to cream together the base for this dip. That way the dip will get a lot fluffier.

More Sweet Dip Recipes

Creamy and delicious sweet dips are quick and easy to make and a real crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Take a look at some of our other favorite dessert dip recipes:

More No Bake Dessert Recipes

Sometimes you just want to satisfy your sweet tooth without having to cook or bake anything. Here are some of our favorite dessert recipes that don’t require an oven but are surely out of this world delicious:

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store leftover dip in an airtight container, other sealed container or a small bowl covered in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. After that, give your dessert dip leftovers a good stir before serving again.

Common Questions

How long can this no bake cannoli dip sit out at room temperature?

We recommend leaving this dip out at room temperature no longer than two hours. After that, in order to stay food safe, give it some time in the fridge to cool down again.

What should I serve with this easy dip?

The best part about this chocolate chip cannoli dip recipe is that it goes with almost everything. Some of our favorite things to serve alongside this dip are waffle cone pieces, chocolate chip cookies, graham crackers, cannoli chips and pretzels, for example. However, you can get creative and serve this dip with whatever you like best.

Cannoli Dip Recipe With Mascarpone Cheese

Creamy cannoli filling turned into a scrumptious dip that tastes great with cookies, graham crackers and cone pieces.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American, Italian, vegetarian

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword cannoli dip recipe, cannoli dip with mascarpone cheese, how to make cannoli dip, superbowl cannoli dip, sweet cannoli dip

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

mixing bowl
hand mixer
spatula

Ingredients

1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup mascarpone cheese or cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

If there is excess liquid in the ricotta or in the mascarpone, place them in a fine mesh sieve over a bowl and drain for at least 30 minutes.
In a bowl, use a hand mixer to beat together ricotta and mascarpone until smooth and creamy.
Slowly beat in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
Fold in chocolate chips.
Serve with waffle cone pieces, chocolate chip cookies, graham crackers, etc.

Notes

Tip: Use top quality ricotta cheese for this recipe. We recommend very fine-grained, whole milk ricotta to get a smooth and creamy texture.

Tip: Make sure ricotta and mascarpone cheese do not contain any excess liquid, otherwise your sweet dip might become runny.

Tip: Use a stand mixer or electric hand mixer to cream together the base for this dip. That way the dip will get a lot fluffier.

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Italian Seasoning Substitute

Andrea + Stef — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 19:15:21 +0000

Do you also love Italian food in every shape and form? Then this best homemade Italian seasoning substitute is perfect for you. This amazing combination of dried herbs and spices makes all your Italian recipes taste out of this world good. It comes together in just 5 minutes and only uses household staples. Equal parts of marjoram, rosemary, basil and thyme, as well as parsley, garlic powder and sage, determine the flavor of our delicious Italian seasoning. Add it to pizza, pasta, salad dressings or garlic bread, and your dishes will be bursting with irresistible Italian flavor.

What is Italian Seasoning?

Italian seasoning is a blend of dried herbs and spices that can be used in many of your favorite Italian inspried recipes. Even though its name suggests an Italian origin, Italian seasoning is not really common in Italy. It is in fact more of an Italian American staple. Traditionally its key ingredients are aromatic herbs such as marjoram, basil, rosemary, thyme, sage, parsley or oregano, for example. Additionally flavorful spices such as garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper or cayenne pepper are also added to give it its distinct flavor. It is the best alternative to fresh herbs.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: flavorful blend of Italian herbs and spices that adds immense flavor to pizza, pasta sauces, salad dressings and more
Main Ingredients: majoram, rosemary, basil, thyme, parsley, garlic powder, sage
Cooking Method: no bake
Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time
Pairs well with: pizza, calzones, Italian meatballs, pasta dishes, salads
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, vegan
Special Equipment Needed: mixing bowl, small whisk

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this substitute Italian seasoning recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this homemade Italian seasoning you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Italian Seasoning Ingredients

2¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
2¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
2¼ teaspoon dried basil
2¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried sage

Variations and Substitutions

Oregano: Another herb that blends well with Italian dishes is oregano. Add 1 teaspoon of oregano to this good Italian seasoning substitute if you prefer.

Dried Lemon Peel: For a slight hint of bright citrus flavor, add ¼ teaspoon of dried lemon peel to your homemade seasoning.

Spicy kick: If you like a bit of spicy kick with your Italian cuisine, then add some black pepper, white pepper, cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to taste. Be careful, however, or your Italian spice will end up having a peppery taste.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you loved this flavor packed Italian spice blend recipe, use it for our Air Fryer Pizza Bites. These fluffy and delicious pepperoni pizza bites are super easy to make and will sure impress every pizza lover in your life.

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix your own homemade Italian blend of herbs.

Instructions

This section shows how to make Italian seasoning substitute, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

MIX SPICES: Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Stir together to combine. Pour into a small container with an airtight lid. Close the lid and label.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love Italian inspired juicy and tender chicken then you’ll love our Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs. This easy chicken dish is rubbed with olive oil, Italian seasoning and spices, then cooked to perfection in the air fryer.

Stef says….

I love using this amazing substitute for Italian seasoning in my easy Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake. It has the same traditional flavors, except it’s so much easier to make, and it’s ready in 35 minutes!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best replacement for Italian seasoning.

Tip: Make sure your dried herbs are fresh. Older spices often lose their flavor. In case your herbs are discolored or have lost their aroma, toss them and buy new ones.
Tip: Measure amounts carefully to create the perfect combination of flavors.
Tip: Store homemade Italian seasoning substitute in a dry, airtight container, so it stays fresh for a long time.

What to Make with Italian Seasoning

There are countless ways of using this good Italian seasoning substitute.

We love using this excellent and easy substitute for Italian seasoning in salad dressings, like for our Easy Italian Salad or Tortellini Pasta Salad.

This great homemade Italian seasoning additionally tastes great in all our pizza and calzone recipes. Have you tried our White Pizza with Garlic Pizza Sauce, Hot Pizza Dip, Easy Three Meat Calzones, Chicken Pesto Calzones, Meatball Calzones or Pizza Dough Garlic Knots?

Italian Seasoning also adds immense flavor to sandwiches. We love using in for our Air Fryer Three Cheese Bombs, Meatball Sub Sandwich or Meatball Stuffed Biscuits.

Main dishes such as Air Fryer Salmon, Creamy Chicken Bake, Air Fryer Meatballs, or Caprese Chicken Thighs all taste better with a teaspoon of this Italian seasoning.

Andrea says….

Mix 2 tablespoons of Italian seasoning with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar as a marinade for chicken.

More Homemade Spice Blend Recipes

It is surprisingly easy to make the most delicious homemade spice blends with pantry staples that you probably already have at home. They are so much better than store-bought versions. Here are some of our favorite seasoning blends:

How To Store

Room Temperature: In case you are not using your substitute for Italian seasoning right away, store your mix of herbs in an airtight container, ziploc bag, spice jar or other tightly sealed container until ready to use. We recommend keeping your Italian seasoning mix in a dry place such as a spice rack or a dark place such as a spice cabinet. If the spices you used for this recipe were fresh, this blend of Italian herbs will last for a long time. Even up to 2 years.

Common Questions

How do I store spices to keep them fresh longer?

We recommend storing common spices as well as diy blends in an airtight container in a dry and dark spot like a spice cabinet. It is important to protect spices from direct sunlight, to prevent discoloration.

How do I turn this homemade seasoning into a gift?

A jar of amazing Italian seasoning blend makes a great gift for family, friends or co-workers all year around. Simply make a big batch of substitute Italian seasoning and fill it in cute little spice jars, small mason jars or other tightly sealed containers. Add a homemade or handwritten label and decorate with a ribbon and some dry bow tie pasta if you like.

What can I use this great substitute for Italian seasoning for?

Most of us don’t always have fresh herbs, such as fresh basil or fresh oregano, at hand. Therefore, one of the best substitutes is having a jar of Italian seasoning on the spice rack. It is one of the best ways to add Italian flavors to your dishes. It can be used as a pizza seasoning, for pasta dishes, salad dressings, garlic bread, or meat dishes.

Does Italian seasoning have any health benefits?

This unique blend of dry herbs does have many nutrients, such as vitamins, antioxidants, fiber and minerals. Moreover, there are no excessive amounts of sea salt or any other additives in this homemade blend. In addition, it is also gluten free.

Italian Seasoning Substitute

Amazing herb blend that combines all your favorite Italian flavors. It tastes great with pizza, pasta and many other Italian dishes.

Course recipe staple

Cuisine American, Italian

Diet Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keyword homemade Italian spice blend, replacement for Italian seasoning, substitute for Italian seasoning, substitute Italian seasoning

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Calories 23kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

small mixing bowl
small whisk

Ingredients

2¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
2¼ tsp dried rosemary
2¼ teaspoon dried basil
2¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried sage

Instructions

Combine ingredients in a small bowl.
Stir together to combine. Pour into a small container with an airtight lid. Close the lid and label.

Nutrition

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Buckeye Dip

Andrea + Stef — Sun, 18 Dec 2022 21:55:45 +0000

This delicious and decadent buckeye dip tastes just like a mix of buckeye candies and peanut butter frosting. Every buckeye fan will love this amazing sweet treat. It uses only 6 simple ingredients and is ready in just 5 minutes. Buckeye dip is the perfect addition to any party spread. It can be served with chocolate graham crackers, pretzels, Nilla wafers or cookies.

What is Buckeye Dip?

This delicious sweet dip is the deconstructed version of the popular homemade candy and game day snack, buckeyes. Buckeyes are chilled peanut butter balls dipped in melting chocolate. They originated in Ohio, which is also know as the “Buckeye State”. Moreover, Ohio’s state tree is also the buckeye tree. Buckeye dip is the perfect combination of distinct peanut butter flavor and chocolate chips. It tastes great with cookies, graham crackers, pretzels or wafers.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: traditional buckeye flavor in a delicious and creamy dip full of semi-sweet chocolate chips
Main Ingredients: cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, mini chocolate chips
Cooking Method: no bake
Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time
Pairs well with: graham cracker sticks, cookies, chocolate graham crackers, animal crackers and Nilla wafers
Diets: gluten free, vegetarian
Special Equipment Needed: large bowl, cooking spoon or spatula, stand mixer or electric hand mixer (optional)

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this buckeye dip recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this creamy dip with peanut butter you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Buckeye Balls Dip Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 creamy peanut butter
1½ cups powdered sugar
1 cup heavy cream (whipped)
½ cup mini chocolate chips

Optional Garnish

more chocolate chips, chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups

Variations and Substitutions

Peanut Butter: Even though we recommend using creamy peanut butter for this super easy dessert dip, you can substitute crunchy peanut butter, in case you like a bit more of a crunch.

Chocolate Chips: Substitute dark chocolate chips with milk chocolate chips in this sweet dip.

Heavy Cream: You can substitute an 8 oz. thawed tub of Cool Whip for the fresh whipped cream.

Sugar: Substitute confectioner’s sugar for the powdered sugar.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this peanut butter chocolate recipe, then try our Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars. You’ll love them because they are easy to make, soft, chewy and packed with peanut butter and chocolate chips.

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix this easy buckeye dip recipe.

Electric Mixer – Use a stand mixer or an electric hand mixer with a paddle attachment or beaters to whip up this easy dip.

Instructions

This section shows how to make peanut butter dip, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

BLEND CREAMY BASE: Firstly, cream cream cheese and peanut butter together in a large bowl until fluffy, using a stand mixer or hand mixer.

ADD SUGAR AND HEAVY CREAM: Afterwards beat in the powdered sugar and then the whipped cream.

ADD CHOCOLATE CHIPS: Then fold in or carefully mix in the chocolate chips.

SERVE: Afterwards, transfer dip to a serving bowl and then serve with your favorite dippers such as cookies, graham crackers, pretzels or animal crackers.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love everything peanut butter and chocolate then you’ll love our Deep Fried Peanut Butter Balls. They are super yummy warm and even when they have cooled, which makes them the ideal party sweets.

Stef says….

Peanut butter buckeye balls are the perfect treat for fall and winter, but did you know you can use them to decorate the top of an even more indulgent chocolate peanut butter cheesecake? Swoon! Peanut butter lover heaven.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best buckeye dip with cream cheese.

Tip: Make sure your cream cheese is softened (almost at room temperature) before blending it with the peanut butter. That way our dip gets really smooth and creamy.
Tip: For best consistency, use a stand mixer or electric hand mixer to cream together the base for this dip. That way the dip will get a lot fluffier.
Tip: Fold in chocolate chips and other peanut butter add-ins to take the flavor of this sweet dip to the next level.

More Sweet Dip Recipes

Creamy and delicious sweet dips are quick and easy to make and a real crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Take a look at some of our other favorite dessert dip recipes:

More No Bake Dessert Recipes

Sometimes you just want to satisfy your sweet tooth without having to cook or bake anything. Here are some of our favorite dessert recipes that don’t require an oven but are still out of this world delicious:

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store leftover dip in an airtight container, zip-top freezer bag, other sealed container or a small bowl covered in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. After that, give your dessert dip leftovers a good stir before serving again.

Freeze: We do not recommend freezing this dip, as it would change the creamy texture of the dip.

Common Questions

What kind of chocolate chips are best with this dip?

As a matter of fact you can use any kind of chocolate you prefer, such as semi-sweet, milk or dark chocolate chips, for example. We recommend using mini chips though. Moreover, you can try mixing in peanut butter chips, or mini Reese’s pieces.

What should I serve with buckeye dip?

The best part about this chocolate chip peanut butter dip recipe is that it goes with a variety of dippers. Some of our favorite things to serve alongside this dip are cookies, graham crackers, chocolate graham crackers and pretzels, for example. However, you can get creative and serve this dip with whatever you like best.

How long can no bake buckeye dip sit out at room temperature?

We recommend leaving this dip out at room temperature no longer than two hours. After that, in order to stay food safe, give it some time in the fridge to cool down again.

What are buckeye candies?

Homemade buckeyes are basically round balls of peanut butter mixture that are dipped in melted chocolate to make them look like buckeye nuts. They are the ultimate sweet treat and an extremely popular snack during fall, winter, as well as football season.

Buckeye Dip

Creamy and delicious peanut butter dip with cream cheese that tastes just like buckeye candies.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American, vegetarian

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword buckeye ball dip, peanut butter cheesecake dip, peanut butter dip with cream cheese, superbowl dessert dip

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings servings

Calories 359kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

mixing bowl
spatula
hand mixer or stand mixer

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1½ cups powdered sugar
1 cup heavy cream whipped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Beat together cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
Next, beat in the powdered sugar.
Then add the whipped cream.
Afterwards, fold in chocolate chips.
Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately with cookies and crackers.

Notes

You can substitute an 8 oz. thawed tub of Cool Whip for the fresh whipped cream.

Nutrition

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Homemade Onion Soup Mix Recipe (Copycat Lipton Onion Soup Mix)

Andrea + Stef — Sat, 17 Dec 2022 16:33:28 +0000

This homemade onion soup mix recipe comes together in just 5 minutes and only uses a few simple ingredients. It is flavorful and versatile, and can be used to make soup, dip, meatloaf or as the secret ingredient in many other family favorite dinners. This homemade pantry staple tastes so much better than store-bought packets of lipton soup mix, and the best thing, it doesn’t contain any unwanted additives. Therefore, no matter if you are using this spice blend as instant soup mix or dip mix, it will turn every dish into a delicious crowd-pleaser.

What is Onion Soup Mix?

This beefy onion mix for soup and dips consist of only a few household staples, such as onion flakes, beef bouillon granules, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, pepper and celery seed. It can be used to make delicious onion soup or mixed with a container of sour cream for amazing French onion dip.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: flavorful and versatile beefy onion soup mix that makes delicious soup, dip and more
Main Ingredients: onion flakes, powdered beef bouillon granules, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, celery seed
Cooking Method: no bake
Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time
Pairs well with: crusty white bread, cheesy bread, salad
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free (if used beef bouillon is gluten free)
Special Equipment Needed: small bowl, small whisk

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this homemade onion soup mix recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this onion soup mix replacement recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Onion Soup Mix Ingredients

¼ cup onion flakes
2 tablespoon powdered beef bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon celery seed

Variations and Substitutions

Onion Flakes: Their size may vary depending on the brand you are using, but all of them work great. Alternatively, they are sometimes called dehydrated onion.

Beef Bouillon: The color of your bouillon granules will determine the color of your soup. If your bouillon is lighter or yellower your soup will be lighter as well. It will still taste delicious! You can also substitute chicken bouillon granules in a pinch.

Herbs: In case you like to add some herbs to your soup mix, we recommend dried parsley. Moreover, you can add some dried chives, which will enhance the onion flavor.

Thicken: In case you like your soup slightly thickened, add 1 teaspoon of corn starch to your mix.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you loved this homemade onion soup mix recipe, try using it for our amazing Sour Cream And Onion Dip. You’ll love it because it only uses 2 ingredients and tastes great with vegetables and chips.

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix your own homemade onion soup seasoning mix.

Instructions

This section shows how to make this homemade onion soup mix recipe, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

MIX SPICE: Firstly, add all the spices to a dry glass mixing bowl and then whisk until blended. Afterwards use directly in a recipe or store in an airtight container or spice jar until ready to use.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love rich French onion flavor then you’ll love Stef’s French Onion Chicken Skillet. It is a delicious one-pan meal consisting of juicy chicken breasts nestled in rich and thick onion gravy, topped with melted cheese!

Stef says….

Another amazing soup that tastes so much better homemade is Tomato Soup. It is so easy to make with bold flavors that stand up to any grilled cheese.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best substitute for onion soup mix.

Tip: Make sure your spices are fresh. Older spices often lose their flavor. In case your spices are discolored or have lost their aroma, toss them and buy new ones.
Tip: Measure amounts carefully to create the perfect combination of flavors.
Tip: Store replacement for onion soup mix in a dry, airtight container, so it stays fresh for a long time.

What To Serve With French Onion Soup

Bread: Serve this scrumptious soup with crusty bread or soft dinner rolls. Our Garlic Bread is made with fresh parmesan cheese and store-bought french bread. If you have extra time make Pizza Dough Garlic Knots.

Traditionally onion soup is served with cheesy bread. Have you tired our Air Fryer 3 Cheese Bombs or Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks?

Salad: Pair homemade onion soup with a fresh salad. A green salad like our amazing Italian Salad or Strawberry Avocado Salad. Or even a Caprese Salad with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil.

More Homemade Spice Blend Recipes

How To Store

Room Temperature: In case you are not using your substitute for onion soup mix right away, store your own spice blend in an air-tight container, ziploc bag, small mason jar, glass jar or other tightly sealed container until ready to use. We recommend keeping your own onion soup mix in a dry place such as a spice rack or a dark place such as a spice cabinet or spice drawer. If the spices you used for this recipe were fresh, the beefy onion dry soup mix will last for up to 6 months.

Andrea says….

There is nothing better than a steaming bowl of this yummy French onion soup with a side of Cheesy Garlic Rolls with Bacon.

Common Questions

How do I store spices to keep them fresh longer?

We recommend storing common spices as well as diy blends in an airtight container in a dry, dark spot like a spice cabinet. It is important to protect spices from direct sunlight, to prevent discoloration.

Is homemade dry onion soup mix gluten free?

It can be! As a matter of fact, that depends on the beef bouillon granules you are using. If the powdered beef broth you are using is gluten free, then the finished dry soup mix will be gluten free as well.

Why is homemade substitute French onion soup mix better than a store-bought packet of onion soup mix?

Mixing your own onion soup mix substitute gives you the opportunity to know exactly what is in your spice blend. With this diy version you can control the salt content, make sure there are no unwanted additives or gluten. A store-bought packet of lipton onion soup mix on the other hand contains a number of unwanted addititves, such as caramel color, yeast extract, soy sauce, high oleic sunflower oil, corn syrup, disodium guanylate or disodium inosinate, for example.

How do I make French onion soup with this substitute for onion soup mix?

Simply add a batch of this easy recipe to a medium saucepan, then add 4 cups of water, bring to a boil and let simmer for about 10 minutes.

Can I use this lipton soup mix substitute for other recipes besides classic French onion soup?

Of course. You can make all your favorite recipes that call for an envelope of dry onion soup mix with this homemade seasoning blend. Simply replace a packet of soup mix with one batch of homemade beefy onion soup mix to make meatloaf, rice pilaf and other great recipes.

Homemade Onion Soup Mix Recipe

Amazing onion soup mix without too much salt, additives or gluten. Great to make soup and dip.

Course Appetizer, recipe staple, soup

Cuisine American, keto

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword beefy onion soup mix recipe, copycat lipton onion soup mix recipe, homemade onion soup mix, how to make lipton onion soup mix, substitute for onion soup mix

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Calories 80kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

small mixing bowl
whisk

Ingredients

¼ cup onion flakes
2 tablespoon powdered beef bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ tsp black pepper
½ teaspoon celery seed

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine ingredients.
Whisk to mix thoroughly. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.

Nutrition

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Homemade Ranch Seasoning

Andrea + Stef — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 14:33:27 +0000

If you love everything ranch flavored, try our quick and easy homemade ranch seasoning. It is a delicious combination of buttermilk powder, dried herbs and spices. It can be used to make ranch dip for chips and veggies, salad dressing, or to season meat, vegetables or even popcorn. Ready in only 5 minutes, it keeps for up to 2 years. There is therefore no more need for running to the store to pick up little packets of ranch. This is the best ranch dressing mix recipe and you never want to use another one.

What is Ranch Seasoning?

Ranch seasoning is the dry, powdered version of the popular salad dressing. It is traditionally a mixture of dried herbs and spices such as garlic powder, parsley, onion powder, dill, chives, salt, black pepper and tarragon. This spice blend can also be mixed with powdered buttermilk, however, the spice is then no longer vegan or dairy free. This pantry staple can be used as a substitute in recipes that call for a hidden valley ranch packet. Moreover, it’s a great seasoning for meat, veggies and even popcorn.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: incredibly flavorful ranch seasoning, that is easy to make and super versatile
Main Ingredients: powdered buttermilk, garlic powder, dried parsley, onion powder, dried dill, dried chives, sea salt, ground black pepper, dried tarragon
Cooking Method: no bake
Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time
Pairs well with: dips, salad dressing, chicken, vegetables
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free, vegetarian
Special Equipment Needed: small bowl, small whisk

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this ranch seasoning substitute recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this ranch mix you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Ranch Seasoning Ingredients

¼ cup dry buttermilk powder
2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoon dried parsley
2 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoon dried dill
2 teaspoon dried chives
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried tarragon

Variations and Substitutions

Make it vegan and dairy free: If you prefer, you can skip the powdered milk. You will still get the ranch flavor but the spice mix is dairy free and therefore also vegan.

No chunks: In case you prefer a smooth powder form of ranch seasoning, add all the ingredients to a small spice grinder and pulse until smooth. Smooth homemade ranch seasoning can also be sprinkled over popcorn.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this homemade ranch seasoning recipe, try Stef’s Mississippi Pot Roast. You’ll love it because ranch seasoning and pepperoncinis add an unbelievable punch of flavor to this crockpot roast.

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix your own homemade ranch seasoning.

Instructions

This section shows how to make this ranch seasoning substitute recipe, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the printable recipe card below.

MIX SPICES: Firstly, add all the spices to a dry glass mixing bowl and then whisk until blended. Afterwards use directly in a recipe or store in a sealed container or spice jar until ready to use.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love zesty ranch flavor then you’ll love our Easy Homemade Ranch Dip. With only 3 ingredients, this dip is ready in only 5 minutes and can be served with chips and vegetables.

Stef says….

I love using this perfect homemade ranch seasoning mix for my irresistible Dill Pickle Dip. It makes it out of this world delicious!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best dry ranch seasoning mix.

Tip: Make sure your spices are fresh. Older spices often lose their flavor. In case your spices are discolored or have lost their aroma, toss them and buy new ones.
Tip: Measure amounts carefully to create the perfect combination of flavors.
Tip: Store homemade ranch dressing mix in a dry, airtight container, so it stays fresh for a long time.

More Homemade Spice Blend Recipes

It is surprisingly easy to make the most delicious homemade seasoning mixes with pantry ingredients that you probably already have at home. They are so much better than store-bought versions. Here are some of our favorite seasoning blends:

More Condiment Recipes

If you love making your own condiments, try one of our delicious and easy to follow recipes:

How To Store

Room Temperature: In case you are not using your ranch seasoning substitute right away, store your own homemade ranch spice blend in an airtight jar, ziploc bag, spice jar, mason jar or other tightly sealed container until ready to use. We recommend keeping your own ranch mix in a dry place such as a spice rack or a dark place such as a spice cabinet. If the spices you used for this recipe were fresh, this traditional ranch blend will last for up to 2 years.

Common Questions

How much ranch seasoning do I substitute for a store-bought packet of hidden valley ranch seasoning?

In order to replace store-bought seasoning packets use 2 tablespoons of dry homemade ranch dressing mix.

How do I store spices to keep them fresh longer?

What can I use dry ranch mix for?

Use this homemade ranch seasoning substitute in any recipe that calls for a packet of ranch seasoning. Two tablespoons of this spice mix replace one packet. Additionally, you can season meat, such as chicken breasts or chicken strips, or veggies with it. Mix with ½ cup of sour cream and ½ cup mayonnaise for an easy and delicious homemade ranch dip to serve alongside chips or veggies. You can also use this dry mix as a base for ranch salad dressing.

Homemade Ranch Seasoning Recipe

Dry ranch mix is easy to make and can be used in dips, salad dressing and much more.

Course recipe staple

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Keyword homemade ranch seasoning, how to make ranch seasoning, ranch seasoning packet substitute, ranch seasoning substitute recipe

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Calories 191kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

small bowl
small whisk

Ingredients

¼ cup dry buttermilk powder
2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoon dried parsley
2 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoon dried dill
2 teaspoon dried chives
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried tarragon

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
Whisk to mix all the seasonings together. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Nutrition

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How To Cook Sausage In The Air Fryer

Andrea + Stef — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 18:18:57 +0000

Have you been looking for an easy way to turn your favorite sausage into a delicious dinner? Then this how to cook sausage in the air fryer recipe is just right for you. This is perfect for your favorite pre-cooked sausages. This air fryer cooking method is one of the easiest ways to make a perfectly brown, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside sausage link. It only takes 12 minutes to make air fryer sausages and the best part they cook hands off. This is simply the best way to cook sausage, since it takes less time and the sausage links come out perfect each time.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: perfectly cooked juicy sausages with crisp skin that are evenly browned all around
Main Ingredients: sausage
Cooking Method: air fryer
Nutrients: low carb with 17g protein per serving
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Pairs well with: fries, potato wedges, salads, crusty white bread
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free, dairy free
Special Equipment Needed: air fryer, instant read thermometer

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this air fryer sausage recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the local grocery store! If this is your first time making these sausages in the air fryer you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Ingredients

1 lb sausage (4 links, raw in casing)

Variations and Substitutions

Sausage: You can cook any kind of delicious sausages in the air fryer, such as pork sausage, chicken sausage, turkey sausage, sweet Italian sausage, or breakfast sausage, for example.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this easy sausage recipe, try our Sausage Breakfast Pizza. Made with pizza dough, your favorite pizza sauce, cheese, sausage, and egg, this is the perfect weekend brunch recipe.

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Air Fryer – This recipe requires an air fryer. We have both this Cosori air fryer, which is wonderful, and this Cuisinart Air Fryer, which we also love. The Cuisinart also has convection oven and toaster oven capacity. You can buy an air fryer with a basket with high sides that food goes into or a tray type of machine. The trays are shallow but are usually longer and can accomodate more food in a single layer.

Stef says….

I love cooking sausages in the air fryer, because it is quick, hands off and therefore perfect for busy weeknights.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook sausages in the air fryer, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

PREPARE: Firstly, spray the air fryer basket or tray with non-stick cooking spray. Then place the raw sausages in the basket or on the rack leaving space between the links. Do not overcrowd. In case your air fryer is not large enough, air fry uncooked sausages in batches.

COOK: Cook sausages for 8-10 minutes at 400°F. Then, flip the sausage, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees on a meat thermometer.

SERVE: Finally, remove from the air fryer. Serve.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love everything sausage then you’ll love our Rotel Dip with Sausage. You only need 3 ingredients to make this super easy, cheesy and absolutely delicious dip.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best air fryer sausage link recipe.

Tip: Make sure not to pierce the skin of the sausage before cooking, otherwise juices will escape during cooking making the sausage dry.
Tip: Add sausages in a single layer and make sure they are not touching. That way the hot air can circulate properly. For best results flip them once during air frying.
Tip: Add air fryer parchment paper to the air fryer basket to avoid smoke production, in case there are some drippings.
Tip: Make sure to adjust cook time depending on the size of the sausages and the thickness of the sausages.

What To Serve With Sausage Cooked In The Air Fryer

We love to eat air fry sausages all by themselves. But sometimes you need to serve it as a meal. Try one of these delicious recipes:

Bread: Serve sausage links cooked in the air fryer with crusty bread or soft dinner rolls. Garlic French Bread is made with fresh parmesan cheese and store-bought french bread. If you have extra time make Pizza Dough Garlic Knots. These delicious garlic knots are brushed with butter, seasoning and parmesan.

Salad: Pair air fried sausages with a fresh salad. A green salad like our Easy Italian Salad or Raw Asparagus Salad with Walnuts. Or try Stef’s amazing Artichoke Rice Salad or Cesar Pasta Salad. Moreover, sauerkraut and cole slaw also taste great with sausages.

Sides: Traditionally, link sausages are served with baked beans, potato salad, Fries, Potato Wedges or Hasselback Potatoes.

More Air Fryer Recipes

If you love cooking a quick meal in the air fryer then try one of our other scrumptious air fryer recipes:

How To Store

Refrigerate: Let easy air fryer sausages cool completely, before transfering them to an airtight container or ziploc bag. Additionally you can put the sausages on a clean plate and cover them with aluminum foil. Then store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freeze: You can freeze cooked juicy air fryer sausage in an airtight, freezer safe container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Thaw in the fridge overnight.

How To Reheat

Reheat in the microwave or in the air fryer for a couple of minutes until heated through.

Common Questions

How do I know when my sausages are cooked through?

The best way to check if your sausage links are done is with a meat thermometer. After reaching an internal temperature of 160 degrees f, your sausages are safe to eat.

How long do sausages need to cook with the air fryer method?

The length of cooking time depends on what type of sausage you are cooking. Thin sausages generally take 8-10 minutes to cook, while thicker sausages need 10-12 minutes in the air fryer.

How do I use parchment paper in the air fryer?

It is very important to use proper parchment paper and not wax paper. You can either use specially made air fryer parchment paper liners or make your own out of regular parchment paper.

How to Cook Sausages in the Air Fryer

Perfectly cooked sausages that are quick and easy to make in the air fryer.

Course breakfast, Main Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free, Low Lactose

Keyword air fryer sausage, how to cook sausage in the air fryer, sausage in air fryer, sausage links in air fryer

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 12

Total Time 13

Servings servings

Calories 345kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

Air Fryer
kitchen tongs

Ingredients

1 lb sausage 4 links, raw in casing

Instructions

Spray air fryer basket or tray with non-stick cooking spray.
Place the sausage in the basket or on the rack leaving space between the links. Do not overcrowd. If your air fryer is not large enough, cook in batches.
Cook the sausage for 8 minutes at 400°F. Flip the sausage, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees on an instant read thermometer.
Remove from the air fryer. Serve.

Notes

How To Store

Freeze: You can freeze cooked juicy air fryer sausage in an airtight, freezer safe container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Thaw in the fridge overnight.

How To Reheat

Reheat in the microwave or in the air fryer for a couple of minutes until heated through.

Nutrition

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The Best Crispy Chicken Legs Recipe in the Air Fryer

Andrea + Stef — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 21:05:53 +0000

This air fryer chicken legs recipe is an easy recipe for busy weeknights. It only uses simple ingredients and the best part, it only needs 5 minutes of prep time. Even though it is a simple recipe, it cooks to perfection in the air fryer. Extra crispy chicken skin on the outside, with tender and juicy meat on the inside. This is one of the best chicken recipes you will ever eat and the whole family will love it.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: tender meat marinated in a delicious blend of spices with extra crunchy skin
Main Ingredients: chicken legs, brown sugar, canola oil, salt, pepper and spices
Cooking Method: air fryer
Nutrients: good source of protein with 21g per serving
Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time, 1 hour marinating time, 20 minutes cooking time
Pairs well with: potato sides, rice, roasted vegetables, salads
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free, dairy free
Special Equipment Needed: air fryer, ziploc bag, kitchen tongs, instant read thermometer

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this crispy chicken drumsticks recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this juicy chicken drumsticks recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Air Fryer Chicken Legs Ingredients

6 chicken legs
3 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil

Variations and Substitutions

Chicken: You can also make air fryer chicken wings, or substitute chicken breasts or other chicken parts for the drumsticks. However, cooking times may vary.

Oil: Substitute avocado oil for the canola oil.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you loved this air fry chicken legs recipe, try Stef’s Southern Fried Chicken. You’ll love it because it comes out juicy and crispy and it only needs a few easy steps and ingredients.

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Instructions

This section shows how to cook juicy chicken legs in the air fryer, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

PREPARE: Firstly, rinse drumsticks under some cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.

MARINATE: Then add all dry ingredients to a large zip top bag and shake to mix well. Add raw chicken and oil to the spice mixture and shake until the whole chicken is coated. Afterwards, let chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours. Alternatively, you can use a large bowl to marinate the chicken as well.

COOK: Spray air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray. Then, add chicken to the air fryer in a single layer and cook at 380°F for 20-25 minutes, turning chicken halfway through.

SERVE: Using a digital meat thermometer, make sure the internal temperature of these crispy chicken legs has reached at least 165 degrees F before serving.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: In case your children don’t like eating drumsticks, combine this easy weeknight meal with a batch of Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets. They are crispy and golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside.

Make Ahead

You can in fact prepare the marinade and coat the chicken up to 24 hours before cooking. The meat will be even more delicious with a couple of extra hours in the marinade. However, we do not recommend cooking the drumsticks ahead of time. They are best with extra crispy skin right out of the air fryer.

Oven Baked Chicken Legs

In case you do not own an air fryer you can also make this scrumptious and easy dinner recipe in the oven. Simply preheat the oven to 400ºF. Then place the marinated chicken legs on a lined baking sheet and cook for 40-45 minutes in the oven. Make sure they reach a minimum internal temperature of 165ºF before serving.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best chicken drumsticks in air fryer.

Tip: Let the chicken legs marinate for at least 1 hour. However, the longer they marinate the more flavorful they will be. You can leave them for up to 24 hours.
Tip: Do not crowd the air fryer. Drumsticks should cook in a single layer without touching each other. That way the hot air can circulate properly.
Tip: Make sure the internal temperature has reached 165ºF at the thickest part. Even though chicken might look cooked on the outside, it might still be underdone in the middle.

What To Serve With Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

We love to eat this air fryer chicken drumsticks recipe all by itself. But sometimes you need to serve it as a meal. Try one of these delicious recipes:

Bread: Serve this easy chicken recipe with Garlic French Bread, Pizza Dough Garlic Knots, or homemade Cornbread Muffins. Additionally, Andrea’s Copycat Lion House Rolls also go perfectly with this dish.

Salad: Pair this air fryer chicken legs recipe with a fresh salad. A green salad like our amazing Italian Salad or Strawberry Avocado Salad. Or even a Caprese Salad with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil or Tortellini Pasta Salad.

Sides: Traditionally, air fryer drumsticks are served with Creamy Mashed Potatoes or French Fries. They would taste great with Instant Pot Broccoli, Air Fryer Pineapple or Instant Pot Jasmine Rice as well.

Low Carb: If you are looking to combine these crispy drumsticks with more low-carb dishes try our Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks, Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus and Fall Fruit Salad.

More Air Fryer Chicken Recipes

We love delicious air fryer recipes for chicken, because they take less time and produce the crispiest skin and juiciest meat you have ever tasted.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store air fryer chicken leg leftovers in an airtight container or ziploc bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Air fry chicken drumsticks are best eaten fresh. However, you can freeze them in an airtight and freezer-safe container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. We do recommend freezing uncooked chicken legs rather than cooked ones.

Defrosting: A great way to defrost is in the refrigerator overnight.

Andrea says….

The air fryer is our favorite way to cook chicken drumsticks. We usually use our Chipotle Chicken Marinade on our drumsticks.

How To Reheat

You can reheat leftover air fryer drumsticks in the microwave or in the air fryer.

Common Questions

How can I add extra flavor to these crispy air fryer drumsticks?

A great way to add more flavor to meat is by topping it with compound butter. We love our Cilantro Lime Butter and Lemon Butter. Moreover, you can serve a dipping sauce alongside your chicken, such as buffalo sauce or bbq sauce, for example.

Is it Ok to freeze uncooked marinated chicken?

Yes. We actually recommend freezing the chicken raw rather than cooked. When you are ready to cook the meat, let it defrost in the refrigerator overnight and then cook following the recipe instructions.

The Best Crispy Chicken Legs Recipe in the Air Fryer

Amazingly flavorful chicken marinated in a perfect blend of spices. It combines crunchy skin and juicy meat and goes with all your favorite sides.

Course Appetizer, Main Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free, Low Lactose

Keyword air fryer chicken, air fryer drumsticks, cooking chicken legs in air fryer, crispy air fried chicken legs, crispy chicken drumsticks

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Marinade Time 1

Total Time 1 25

Servings sevings

Calories 325kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

Air Fryer
kitchen tongs
instant read thermometer

Ingredients

6 chicken legs
3 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ tsp ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp canola oil

Instructions

Rinse drumsticks under some cold water and pat dry with paper towel.
Add all dry ingredients to a large zip top bag and shake to mix well. Add chicken to bag with oil and shake until all the chicken is coated.
Let chicken marinate in refrigerator for at least 1 hour, up to 24 hours.
Spray air fryer with non-stick cooking spray. Add chicken to the air fryer and cook at 380°F for 20-22 minutes, turning chicken halfway through.
Make sure the internal temperature of the chicken has reached at least 165°F before serving.

Notes

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store air fryer chicken leg leftovers in an airtight container or ziploc bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Defrosting: A great way to defrost is in the refrigerator overnight.

How To Reheat

You can reheat leftover air fryer drumsticks in the microwave or in the air fryer.

More Chicken Recipes

Nutrition

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Baked Potatoes On The Grill

Andrea + Stef — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 01:20:00 +0000

Firing up the grill? You’ll love this summer potato recipe. Baked potatoes on the grill are the perfect side for grilled meats, veggies and fruits. (If you haven’t jumped on the fruit grilling bandwagon, what are you waiting for?)

This foil packet potato method creates salty, crispy skin and soft, fluffy insides to die for. Add your favorite toppings and you’ve got the perfect loaded baked potato. These are also great as campfire potatoes. Just place them on a rack and you can cook them directly over the fire.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: crispy potato skin on the outside, while the inside of the potato is soft and pillowy
Main Ingredients: large potatoes, vegetable oil, coarse salt
Cooking Method: grill
Cooking Time: 15 minutes prep time, 45 minutes cooking time
Pairs well with: grilled meats, fish and seafood
Diets: gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, vegan
Special Equipment Needed: grill, cutting board, paring knife, fork, basting brush, aluminum foil

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this best baked potatoes recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making these baked potatoes on the grill you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Baked Potatoes on the Grill Ingredients

4 large potatoes
2 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoon coarse salt

Variations and Substitutions

Potatoes: Russet potatoes (also called Idaho potatoes) are best for baking because they are low in moisture and have a thick skin that puffs and crisps nicely.

Vegetable Oil: Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable oil, grapeseed oil or avocado olive oil, for example.

Coarse Salt: Kosher salt or sea salt are great options that will give your potato skins a little crunch, or use what you have on hand. Just don’t skip the salt!

Other seasonings: When you’re sprinkling salt onto the oil-rubbed potato, you can also sprinkle on any other seasoning you like. Consider pepper or garlic powder, for example.

Fully Loaded Baked Potatoes on the Grill

Gather some toppings and you’ve got a grilled baked potato bar that your whole family will enjoy. Here are some delicious flavor combos:

Loaded Classic – Cheddar cheese, dollop of sour cream, green onions and bacon bits (optional).
Loaded Chili – Easy chili, cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions and/or avocado.
Broccoli Cheddar – Parmesan roasted broccoli and melted cheddar cheese.
Southwestern – Pico de gallo, corn, black beans, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, avocado (or guacamole).
Lox – Smoked salmon, chives, cream cheese
Fajita – Fajita chicken, bell peppers, onion, cilantro lime sour cream and shredded cheese
Goat Cheese and Herbs – Mix together goat cheese, olive oil, parsley, shallots and lemon zest.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this traditional baked potato recipe, try our Cheesy Hasselback Potatoes. You’ll love them because they are melt in your mouth perfection. Full of thin, tender potato slices roasted to a golden crisp and stuffed with melty cheddar cheese.

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Grill — An indoor or outdoor grill is needed for this recipe. We love our indoor Zojirushi grill for cooking inside.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook baked potatoes on the grill, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

PREPARE: Firstly, preheat the grill to medium-high heat and scrub potatoes getting all the dirt off the skin. Then pat dry with paper towel.

PREPARE POTATOES FOR COOKING: Poke unwrapped potatoes with a fork a couple of times. These small holes help venting the potato. Afterwards, brush oil on the outside of each potato. Sprinkle the entire potato with coarse salt. Then use your hands to make sure the salt is rubbed on and isn’t falling off. Finally cover them in aluminum foil.

COOK: Place potatoes on the hot grill rack. Close the cover, if possible. Bake for 45 minutes, turning with tongs every 5-10 minutes.

CHECK DONENESS: Check potato by piercing through the foil and potato with a fork. If the potato is done, the fork will insert easily into the middle of the potato. If it is still a little firm, cook for longer, checking every 4-5 minutes. The length of cooking time will depend on the size of the potato and the heat of the grill.

LET COOL: Remove from grill. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before handling.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love crispy potato side dishes then you’ll love our Air Fryer Potato Wedges. They are crispy on the outside and perfectly soft in the middle. Air fryer potato wedges pair with any meal.

Stef says….

Grilled baked potatoes are fun and easy! They are a great summer or winter potato side dish. You can even cook these over a campfire if you have a rack to set them on.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best baked potato on the grill.

Tip: Russet or Idaho potatoes are best for baking because they are low in moisture and have a thick skin that puffs and crisps nicely.
Tip: Don’t skip the salt, it will give your potato skins a little crunch and tons of flavor.
Tip: Make sure your potatoes are approximately the same size, to be sure they are all done at the same time. Smaller potatoes might be done sooner.

What To Serve With Baked Potatoes on the Grill

We love to eating a perfect grilled potato all by itself. But sometimes you need to serve this great side dish as a meal. Try one of these delicious recipes:

Main Course: Serve baked potatoes with fluffy interior with Air Fryer Ribs, or Grilled Chicken Marinade with Lemon. These delicious baked potatoes taste great with Chipotle Chicken Kabobs as well.

Salad: Pair grilled baked potatoes with a fresh salad. A green salad like our Easy Italian Salad or Chopped Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette. Or even a Caprese Salad with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil.

Sides: These potatoes would also taste great with Air Fryer Pineapple, Air Fryer Green Beans, Air Fryer Beets or Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Bacon.

More Baked Potato Recipes

Don’t feel like firing up the grill? Baked potatoes are just as amazing in the oven (or convection oven), crock pot and in a toaster oven. And, if you’re in a hurry, you can bake potatoes in an air fryer, instant pot or microwave for faster results.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store leftover potatoes in the refrigerator in an airtight container or ziploc bag for up to 3 days. While the skin may not be as crispy, they will still taste just as good.

Freeze: Additionally, you can freeze baked potatoes for up to a month. Before freezing, make sure your potatoes are fully cooled and don’t contain any toppings. Wrap them in foil or plastic wrap, ensuring no part of the potato is exposed to air. Place in a freezer safe container or sealed freezer bag without any excess air.

Defrosting: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight or, for faster results, thaw in the microwave.

How To Reheat

Reheat baked potato leftovers in the microwave or in the air fryer.

Common Questions

What grill temperature should baked potato be cooked at?

Preheat your grill to a high heat, approximately 400 degrees F, and cook potatoes for 45 minutes to one hour to get the best texture inside and the crispiest skin on the outside.

Should baked potatoes be wrapped in foil?

On the grill, we recommend cooking your potatoes in foil to protect the skins from charring.

How long should you bake a potato for?

Depending on the size, 45 minutes to 1 hour at 400˚ should be enough time to make your potatoes fluffy and steamy inside with crispy skin outside.

Can you make baked sweet potatoes with the same method?

As a matter of fact, yes! However, sweet potatoes have a slightly different cooking time, depending on the size and type of potatoes.

What kind of grill works best with this easy side dish?

You can make baked potatoes on all kinds of grills, such as a charcoal grill, an electric grill or a gas grill, for example. Moreover, this perfect side dish cooks on the campfire as well. For best results, put them on a rack and cook the grilled baked potatoes directly over the fire.

Baked Potatoes on the Grill

These baked potatoes on the grill are perfect for your backyard barbecue or campfire meal.

Course Appetizer, Main Dish, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword baked potato on the grill, campfire baked potato, foil packet potato, grilled baked potatoes

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 50

Servings potatoes

Calories 228kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

1 Grill

Ingredients

4 potatoes
2 tablespoon vegetable oil (or avocado)
2 tablespoon coarse salt

Instructions

Preheat grill to medium high heat.
Scrub potatoes to get all dirt off the skin of the potato. Pat dry.
Poke potatoes 6-8 times with a fork to vent the potato.
Brush oil on the outside of each potato.
Sprinkle the potato with coarse salt. Use your hands to make sure the salt is rubbed on and isn’t falling off.
Wrap potatoes in foil and place potatoes on the grill rack. Close the cover, if possible.
Bake for 45 minutes, turning with tongs every 5-10 minutes.
Check potato by piercing through the foil and potato with a fork. If the potato is done, the fork will insert easily into the center of the potato. If it is still a little firm, cook for longer, checking every 5 minutes. The length of cooking time will depend on the size of the potato and the heat of the grill.
Remove from grill. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before handling.
Once cooked, make a large slice down the center of the potato and fluff up the center of the potato a little. Add toppings that melt first, like butter or cheese. Then add more toppings like sour cream, chives, bacon or any of your other favorite toppings.

Notes

You can cook these over a campfire as well if you have a rack to set them on.
When you’re sprinkling salt, you can also sprinkle any other seasoning you like on your potatoes. Consider pepper or garlic powder.

Nutrition

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