Description
Homemade French Onion Dip is a rich and creamy dip featuring slowly caramelized onions for a deep, sweet flavor. Perfectly balanced with cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream, this dip is a classic party favorite that pairs wonderfully with potato chips or fresh veggies.
Ingredients
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For the Onion Base
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 1/2 cups diced onions (about 2 to 3 onions; brown, yellow, or white)
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Dip Mixture
- 4 oz / 120 g cream cheese (cold, cut into cubes)
- 1/4 cup whole egg mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream (full fat preferred, but low fat or yogurt can be used)
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Melt the butter in a fry pan over medium heat. Add the diced onions, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Cook stirring for 5 minutes, then reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking for another 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onions are sweet and golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Prepare the Dip Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the cold, cubed cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix thoroughly until smooth. If needed, microwave in 10-second bursts to soften the cream cheese and assist blending.
- Combine and Chill: Add the caramelized onions to the creamy mixture and fold until just combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to develop the flavors; overnight chilling enhances the taste further.
- Serve: Bring the dip to room temperature before serving. Garnish with chopped chives if desired. This dip is best served with crinkle-cut plain potato chips or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Slow cooking the onions is the key to getting a deep, sweet caramelized flavor that defines classic French Onion Dip.
- The dip tastes best after refrigerating overnight, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Full-fat sour cream provides the creamiest texture, but low-fat versions or yogurt can be substituted for a lighter dip.
- Serve with plain potato chips, vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches.
- Recipe includes a video demonstration for visual guidance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 77 g
- Calories: 162 kcal
- Sugar: 2.1 g
- Sodium: 134 mg
- Fat: 14.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 8.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6.3 g
- Fiber: 0.8 g
- Protein: 2.1 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
