Description
This homemade French Onion Dip recipe brings a deliciously creamy and flavorful twist to the classic party dip. Made from scratch with caramelized onions, sour cream, mayonnaise, and a blend of seasonings, it’s perfect for serving with chips, veggies, or crackers. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dip balances the sweet, rich taste of slowly cooked onions with the tangy creaminess of the base.
Ingredients
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For the Caramelized Onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ cups chopped onion
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
For the Dip Base
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Assemble all necessary ingredients for the dip to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Caramelize Onions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and cook while stirring occasionally until the onions become caramelized and golden brown. This process should take about 20 minutes. Once done, remove from heat and allow onions to cool for 5 to 10 minutes to avoid warming the dip mixture later.
- Prepare Dip Base: In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, ground white pepper, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Onions and Dip: Fold the cooled caramelized onions gently into the sour cream mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout the dip. The mixture is now ready to serve or refrigerate.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the dip to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors meld together.
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste.
- Caramelizing onions slowly is key to developing their sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Serve with potato chips, fresh vegetables, or crackers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
