French Onion Dip (Printable)
Creamy blend of sour cream, mayonnaise, and sweet caramelized onions for the ultimate party appetizer.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large yellow onions, finely chopped
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced
→ Dairy
05 - 1 cup sour cream
06 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
07 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
→ Seasonings
08 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
12 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives or green onions, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
# How to Make:
01 - In a large skillet, melt the butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions along with a pinch of salt. Stir frequently and cook until the onions turn a deep golden brown and are fully caramelized, approximately 25 to 30 minutes. During the final 2 minutes, stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Remove the skillet from heat and let the onion mixture cool completely to room temperature.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, and softened cream cheese. Add the Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir vigorously until the mixture is completely smooth and all seasonings are evenly distributed throughout.
03 - Gently fold the cooled caramelized onion and garlic mixture into the creamy base. Stir thoroughly to ensure the onions are evenly dispersed and the dip has a uniform consistency.
04 - Transfer the dip to an airtight container or cover the mixing bowl tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up to the ideal spreading consistency.
05 - Remove the dip from the refrigerator and give it a gentle stir. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped chives or green onions if desired. Serve chilled alongside potato chips, pretzels, crackers, or an assortment of raw vegetables such as carrots, celery, and bell peppers.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- The deep, sweet flavor of real caramelized onions makes anything from a store taste flat in comparison.
- It takes almost no hands on skill, just time and a willingness to stir now and then.
- Guestes always ask for the recipe and assume it took far more work than it did.
02 -
- Do not rush the caramelization by turning up the heat or you will get bitter, charred pieces instead of sweet, jammy onions.
- Refrigerating the dip overnight transforms the flavor entirely, making it taste like an entirely different and better recipe.
03 -
- Slice your onions as evenly as possible so every piece caramelizes at the same rate and you avoid a mix of burnt and raw bits.
- Set the cream cheese out on the counter while the onions cook so it softens naturally and blends without stubborn lumps.