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french onion dip recipe

Homemade French Onion Dip

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This creamy homemade French onion dip features sweet caramelized onions, tangy sour cream, and perfectly balanced seasonings. Made from scratch, it's leagues above any store-bought version and perfect for parties, game day, or elegant appetizers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups yellow onions finely chopped (about 2 medium)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1 pinch sugar optional
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice or ½ tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives minced, plus extra for topping
  • 1 black pepper freshly ground, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce optional

Equipment

  • Wide skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onions, kosher salt, and sugar (if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until onions are deep golden and jammy. Add small splashes of water if pan gets too dry.
  3. Transfer caramelized onions to a plate and let cool for 10 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, onion powder, garlic powder, lemon juice, minced chives, and Worcestershire sauce (if using).
  5. Fold in the cooled caramelized onions. Season with black pepper and additional salt to taste.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
  7. Before serving, stir well and garnish with extra chives.

Notes

Make it ahead - flavors deepen overnight. For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream. If dip becomes too thick after chilling, thin with 1-2 tablespoons milk or buttermilk. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Serve with ridged potato chips, fresh vegetables, or toasted baguette slices.

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