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Caramelized Onion Dip

This homemade Caramelized Onion Dip is rich, creamy, and packed with sweet, slow-cooked onions. Made with simple ingredients, it's an easy appetizer that's perfect for parties, game days, holidays, or anytime you're craving a classic dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer, dip, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 oz 225 g cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce use a vegetarian Worcestershire sauce if needed
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives plus more for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft, golden brown, and caramelized. Let them cool for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Fold the cooled caramelized onions and chopped chives into the creamy mixture until evenly combined.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
  5. Garnish with extra chives and serve with potato chips, crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • Cook the onions low and slow for the best sweet, rich flavor.
  • Allow the onions to cool before mixing them into the dip.
  • This dip tastes even better after a few hours in the refrigerator.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.