In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of sugar, 4 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar, ¼ teaspoon of dry mustard, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Mix until the sugar fully dissolves, which takes about 1-2 minutes. If the sugar is stubborn, heat the vinegar in the microwave for 10 seconds to help dissolve it.

Add 1 cup of real mayonnaise to the bowl with the dressing. Vigorously whisk the mayonnaise until the mixture is smooth and creamy, resembling a pourable pancake batter. If the dressing appears too thick, blend in a splash of milk or more mayonnaise until you reach the desired consistency.

Carefully fold in 2 bags (10 oz each) of finely shredded cabbage and ¼ cup of finely chopped carrots using a rubber spatula. Gently mix until the vegetables are coated with the dressing without overmixing; this helps maintain that delightful crunch characteristic of Chick-fil-A’s Classic Coleslaw.

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface of the slaw to prevent air exposure. Chill the coleslaw in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, but overnight is preferable. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld beautifully, enhancing the final taste.

Before serving, give the coleslaw a gentle stir to redistribute the dressing. Check for any excess liquid; if there is too much, drain it off. Serve the Chick-fil-A’s Classic Coleslaw piled high on sandwiches, as a colorful side dish, or simply enjoy it straight from the bowl!