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Creamy Coleslaw Recipe for a Crowd

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This Creamy Coleslaw Dressing Recipe is frugal, easy to make, and is a great side dish to make ahead of time for a crowd at your upcoming gathering! Just be prepared to hand out the recipe, because people will definitely ask you for it!

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You’ll Love This Easy Creamy Coleslaw Recipe!

This coleslaw is, hands down, one of the easiest side dishes you’ll ever make!

The creamy coleslaw dressing is slightly sweeter than typical coleslaw and it’s extra creamy (a.k.a. extra delicious!). It’s also naturally gluten- and dairy-free — making it a great side dish for those with allergies.

It pairs well with so many different meals and makes a huge batch, so it’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, summer cookouts, backyard BBQs, holiday parties, and more!

I have taken this creamy coleslaw to SO many events and it always gets rave reviews. It’s my go-to recipe when I’m cooking for large groups and need a frugal side dish to stretch the meal a little further (it easily serves 30+). 

As an added bonus, it can be made a full day in advance as it actually tastes even better when it sits overnight!

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Ingredients for Creamy Coleslaw Dressing

  • 1/4 c. white vinegar
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 3/4 tsp. mustard
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 30 oz. mayonnaise (about 3.5-4 cups)
  • 4 bags (16 ounces each) coleslaw mix*

*NOTE: I love using a coleslaw mix because it saves so much time, but you can totally make your own mix by shredding your own cabbage and carrots if you prefer. There are roughly 6 cups of shredded cabbage/carrots in each 16-ounce bag.

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How to Make Creamy Coleslaw for a Crowd

1. In a large bowl mix together the vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, and mayo.

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2. Add in the shredded coleslaw and mix well.

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3. Cover and refrigerate for several hours before serving (overnight is even better!).

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FAQs About Creamy Coleslaw Recipe

Do you need to use pre-packaged coleslaw mix?

No, while the prepackaged mix will save you a lot of chopping time, you may feel free to chop your own cabbage and carrots until you get approximately 25 cups of shredded cabbage and carrots (combined).

How long will this coleslaw keep in the refrigerator?

We recommend making this recipe several hours before you plan to eat it (preferably the night before) so the flavors have a chance to mix and marinate. Once it’s made, it should stay fresh for 72 hours (if refrigerated).

Recipe

Creamy Coleslaw Dressing


Author Olivia
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Servings 30

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3/4 tsp. mustard
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 30 oz. mayonnaise about 3.5-4 cups
  • 64 oz. coleslaw mix 4 bags, 16 ounces each

Instructions

  • In a large bowl mix together the vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, and mayo.
  • Add in the coleslaw mix and mix well.
  • Cover and refrigerate for several hours before serving (overnight is even better!).

Notes

I love using a coleslaw mix because it saves so much time, but you can totally make your own mix by shredding your own cabbage and carrots if you prefer. There are roughly 6 cups of shredded cabbage/carrots in each 16-ounce bag.
 
*Recipe slightly adapted from Domestic Superhero.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 240mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 78IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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  2. Cheryl Peters says

    I have made this sauce for years. I use apple cider vinegar instead of white vinegar. I dont use the mustard though. Since I sometimes only want a small amount, I just put the amount of mayo I want in a bowl and add enough vinegar to make it the thinness I want and then I add sugar for the sweetness I like. I usually use a sweetener to keep it low carb. I have used this with Miracle Whip also and I do like it better. This sauce is great for salads, dips for cucs and other veggies and even for bunless burgers.

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