The Best French Onion Dip From Scratch
Make an irresistible, creamy French Onion Dip using slow-caramelized onions for deep, savory flavor. This homemade appetizer beats any store-bought mix.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 60 min
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 min
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake (after cooking onions)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sour cream, full fat, room temperature
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-low heat.
- Add the sliced onions, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat.
- Cook the onions slowly, stirring every 5 to 10 minutes, for 45 to 60 minutes until they are deep brown and sweet. Do not rush this step; low and slow caramelization builds flavor.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let the caramelized onions cool completely, about 20 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Stir in the cooled caramelized onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
- Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully meld.
- Serve cold with potato chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For the creamiest texture, ensure your sour cream and cream cheese are at room temperature before mixing.
- This dip tastes better the next day, so prepare it ahead of your gathering.
- Serve with sturdy chips or toasted baguette slices for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 40