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

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Caramelized Onion Dip

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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.