Description
Caramelized Onion Dip is the perfect sweet and savory dip for any gathering. Combining slow-cooked caramelized onions with a creamy, tangy base, this dip is ideal for serving with chips, crackers, or veggies, and it’s sure to impress your guests every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon sugar (optional, for caramelization)
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: Heat olive oil and butter in a pan over medium heat. Add onions, salt, and pepper. Stir occasionally and cook for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and sweet. Add sugar for enhanced caramelization, if desired.
- Make the creamy base: In a separate bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and softened cream cheese. Stir in garlic powder until smooth.
- Mix everything together: Once the onions have cooled slightly, stir them into the creamy base until evenly combined.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the dip for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld. Garnish with fresh chives if desired and serve with chips, crackers, or veggies.
Notes
- Slow and low: Cook onions over medium heat to prevent burning and achieve a rich, sweet flavor.
- Let it chill: Chilling the dip helps the flavors develop and makes it even more delicious.
- Customize it: Add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce for heat or mix in some Parmesan cheese for an extra cheesy twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Caramelized Onion Dip, Sweet Onion Dip, Savory Onion Dip, Homemade Onion Dip, Party Dip Recipe, Creamy Onion Dip