This Unexpected Ingredient Creates the Silkiest Caesar Dressing Ever

While store-bought Caesar dressings have their merits, nothing compares to the richness of our homemade version. It's so good, we call it the only Caesar dressing you'll ever need, thanks to one surprising addition: half-and-half.

Yes, you read that right—half-and-half is the secret to this restaurant-quality, ultra-creamy Caesar dressing that’ll make you ditch the bottled stuff for good. It’s perfect for drizzling on a Caesar salad, using as a veggie dip, or spreading on wraps.

Traditional Caesar dressings blend ingredients like egg yolks, olive oil, anchovies, and Dijon to create that iconic creamy-salty flavor. This recipe takes it a step further with the addition of mayonnaise and half-and-half, giving you all the flavors you love, with a smoother, egg-free twist.

Adding half-and-half to your Caesar dressing may seem simple, but it's actually a brilliant move. This mix of milk and light cream gives your dressing a luxurious texture without being too rich. In fact, many people use it in ranch dressings to achieve the perfect creamy consistency without the heaviness.

Ellen M, a loyal fan of traditional Caesar dressing, tried this recipe and was hooked: “It’s amazing, I make it all the time and it never lets me down. Even those who aren’t big fans of Caesar dressing love it when I serve it.”

Linda M is so in love with this creamy Caesar dressing that she recommends others: “Double the recipe when you make it for the first time—you’ll want extra! I’ve made it at least six times and still can’t get enough!”