Caramelized Onion Dip (French Onion Dip)
With this Caramelized Onion Dip recipe, you’ve got a scratch-made onion dip that is full of deep flavor and super easy to make. It starts with perfect, deeply caramelized onions as the star of the recipe. Then we’ll blend the rich onions with simple ingredients like cream cheese, sour cream, and spices to round out the dip. It’s so clutch for parties, game day grub, and general entertaining alike!
Mmmm, I love me some caramelized onion dip, y’all. It goes without saying that if you enjoy onion flavor, this dip is for you! It’s truly one of my favorites to have on deck whenever I’m entertaining or for whatever else. Listen, store-bought French onion dip has nothing on a homemade version, the flavor profile is unmatched. Let’s get into it!
Why You’ll Love This Caramelized Onion Dip:
- FLAVORRRRR– It all starts with caramelized onions, the star of the whole shebang! I have a whole separate post on how to make an incredible batch of deeply flavorful caramelized onions that we’ll toss into this here dip, yummo!
- SIMPLE & EASY– With a bit of prep work involved to caramelize the onions, the rest of the dip comes together so easily.
- CROWD FAVORITE– Whether it’s for game day grub, a hang night with your peeps, or anything in between…French onion dip is one of those spreads that folks just love to dig into.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
(Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card directly below.)
- Cream cheese: For a lovely tang and richness.
- Sour cream: This comes in to balance the richness and kick up the creaminess.
- Caramelized onions: Perfectly cooked caramelized onions are non-negotiable here 🫡.
- Worcestershire sauce: Adds a nice little umami flair.
- Mayonnaise: A little tang that hits with its flavor/fat.
- Seasonings: Garlic powder, onion powder, and salt/pepper.
- Fresh chopped chives: For a pop of freshness!
How To Make French Onion Dip:
(Note: please see the recipe card directly below for the complete written instructions.)
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Stir the mixture until well combined and smooth.
- Then add the room temperature caramelized onions, worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt/pepper- to taste, and chopped chives. Stir well until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Serve the caramelized onion dip immediately and enjoy ya life! 😛
What To Serve With Your Dip:
We love serving this dip with thick/sturdy potato chips (think chips with a ridge), and/or an assortment of veggies, crudité style (celery/carrot, bell pepper slices, radish, etc.). And anything else you might dig to go along with this caramelized onion dip!
Tips + Tricks & Recipe Notes:
- Storing your dip: Keep leftover dip stored inside an airtight container in the refrigerator; it will keep for 4-5 days. The dip may harden in the fridge; simply set it out on the counter before serving to reach room temperature.
- Room temperature ingredients: When assembling this dip, make sure that your cream cheese and caramelized onions are at room temperature. The cream cheese will blend seamlessly with the sour cream, and the onions cannot be warm/hot. This will ensure that the dip comes together perfectly without any lumps or change in texture.
- Adjust as desired: Feel free to add more worcestershire sauce, mayo, or seasonings to suit your personal preference, too!
When it comes to dips, Caramelized Onion Dip is on the Mount Rushmore of dips! It’s sooo clutch for parties or general snacking alike. Be sure to tag @butterbeready in your BBR recipe creations, I sure love to see it when you do. Until next time! 🤟🏾
More BBR apps & snacks:
- Curry Chicken Wings
- Fried Sweet Plantains
- Bruleed Sweet Potatoes
- Southern Deviled Eggs
- Jamaican Beef Patties
- Smoked Salmon Dip
Caramelized Onion Dip (French Onion Dip)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- caramelized onions: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
Description
With this Caramelized Onion Dip recipe, you’ve got a scratch-made onion dip that is full of deep flavor and super easy to make. It starts with perfect, deeply caramelized onions as the star of the recipe. Then we’ll blend the rich onions with simple ingredients like cream cheese, sour cream, and spices to round out the dip. It’s so clutch for parties, game day grub, and general entertaining alike!
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) block full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
- 14 ounces (about 1 ¼ cups) sour cream
- 1 cup caramelized onions (<< click for recipe), room temperature
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper- to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Stir the mixture until well combined and smooth.
- Then add the room temperature caramelized onions, worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt/pepper- to taste, and chopped chives. Stir well until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Serve the caramelized onion dip immediately. We love serving this dip with thick/sturdy potato chips and/or an assortment of veggies, crudité style (celery/carrot, bell pepper slices, radish, etc.). Enjoy!
- Keep leftover dip stored inside an airtight container in the refrigerator; it will keep for 4-5 days.
Notes
- Please read blog post in its entirety for more tips + tricks.
Recipe by: Quin Liburd- Butter Be Ready
Photography by: Ashley McLaughlin
