Most of our popular dips are loaded with cheese on top and then baked to get that crunchy cheesy topping. Like our Spicy Corn Dip or our Grilled Jalapeño Popper Dip, for instance. This time around, we wanted to make a dip that didn’t require that extra step in the oven. So this Caramelized Onion Dip was born!
We start by cooking down a whole lot of sliced onions. It might seem like a lot of onions for this one dip but believe me, the onions cook down and when they get caramelized they taste sweet, not strong at all.
Now let’s make the base for the dip. Just like our other dips, we’re going to make it with the same ingredients. Sour cream, mayo and cream cheese. It’s not the healthiest of dips, but it’s okay. We should live a little, every once in a while.
Add the hot caramelized onions to the dip base, and stir until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings accordingly.
I like to serve this caramelized onion dip with potato chips and if you’re feeling healthy, throw in some sliced veggies, like peppers, for dipping. That way you won’t feel so bad about eating this creamy dip. Enjoy!
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 (8oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayo
- parsley, for garnish
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Throw in the sliced onions and minced garlic. Cook for several minutes, until softened. Season with a bit of salt and black pepper. (Just a few pinches of each). Lower the flame, and cook until caramelized, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- In a medium bowl, cream together the mayo, sour cream, and cream cheese. Season with a bit of salt, pepper and the paprika. Add the caramelized onions and stir until completely combined. Transfer to a bowl and garnish with fresh chopped parsley on the top. Serve with potato chips, and/or cut up veggies. Enjoy!
- Chic Tip: Can be made up to two days in advance, and stored in an airtight container in the fridge!
