Name: Caramelized Onion Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 Yellow onions; 1 tbsp Butter; 2 teaspoons Salt; 2 teaspoons Sugar; 0.25 cup Water; 1.5 cups Sour cream; 8 ounces Cream cheese; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; Fresh chives

Caramelized Onion Dip will take your dip game to the next level. It’s super easy to make and takes less than 10 ingredients. If you love onion anything, you will want to make this savory, deeply golden dip for all parties, get-togethers and movie nights. Make onion dip to serve with chips but consider using it as a soft and golden sandwich spread, dipping appetizers, or even on top of your favorite burger.

Appetizers

40 m

American

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Ingredients

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Instructions

Slice onions in half and then into thin slices.

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Then add the onions, salt and sugar.

Sauté for 15 minutes.

Slowly add water, scraping any bits off the bottom of the pan; allow the water to evaporate.

Cook for 15 minutes longer or until onions turn a golden brown color and are soft.

Remove onions from the skillet, reserving ¼ cup.

Place cream cheese, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce and onions in a food processor.

Pulse several times until everything is combined.

Spoon dip into a serving bowl and top with reserved caramelized onions and chopped chives.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Low and Slow Caramelization 🧅
Cook onions on medium-low heat for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, to develop deep golden color and sweet complexity—rushing this process results in merely softened onions, not true caramelization.
Deglaze for Depth 💧
After caramelizing, add a splash of water or broth to lift the flavorful browned bits stuck to the pan, then reduce—this concentrated fond adds rich, savory notes to your dip.
Room Temperature Dairy 🧈
Let cream cheese and sour cream sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before folding into cooled caramelized onions for a smooth, lump-free dip with superior texture.
Worcestershire Reduction 🥄
Mix Worcestershire sauce with a pinch of sugar before adding to balance its saltiness and enhance the umami backbone without overpowering the delicate caramelized onion flavor.
Fresh Chive Timing ✂️
Fold in fresh chives just before serving rather than during preparation to preserve their vibrant color, delicate onion flavor, and aromatic qualities throughout storage.