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Caramelized Onion Dip
This Caramelized Onion Dip is rich, creamy, and loaded with deep, sweet onion flavor from slow-cooked onions. It’s the perfect balance of savory and tangy, making it an irresistible pairing for crunchy potato chips or fresh veggies.
Ingredients
CARAMELIZED ONIONS
- 2 yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
DIP
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp chives, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and add butter and oil. Once melted, add the sliced onions and salt, stirring to coat evenly in the fat.
- Cook the onions for about 25–30 minutes, stirring every 4–5 minutes, until they become deeply golden brown and soft. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning while allowing slow caramelization.
- Remove the onions from heat and let them cool slightly. They should be jammy, sweet, and richly browned with very little moisture remaining.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining.
- Fold in the caramelized onions and chopped chives, mixing thoroughly to distribute the flavor evenly. Season with black pepper and adjust salt to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or slightly cool with potato chips or fresh vegetables.
