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Copycat KFC Coleslaw Dressing

A deliciously creamy and tangy dressing that brings the classic taste of KFC coleslaw right to your home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon onion, finely minced
  • 1/2 cup sugar (granulated)
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise (recommended: Hellmann's)
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup milk (whole milk works best)
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar (apple cider or white vinegar)
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper (adjust for preference)
  • 1/8 teaspoon celery seed
Vegetables
  • 16 ounces coleslaw cabbage (about half of a medium head)
  • 1/4 cup carrot, finely diced

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Finely mince the onion and dice the carrot into uniform pieces.
Mix the Dressing
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, buttermilk, and milk. Mix until smooth.
  2. Add the sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and celery seed. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Add the cabbage, minced onion, and diced carrot to the dressing and toss until well coated.
Chill
  1. Transfer the mixture to a container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Serve
  1. Before serving, stir gently and taste, adjusting seasoning if necessary.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute mayonnaise with plant-based alternatives and use non-dairy milk. Keep the coleslaw in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.