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French Onion Dip

Perfect for entertaining, this French onion dip pairs sweet caramelized onions with creamy, tangy flavors—a guaranteed crowd-pleaser with chips and crudités.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 287 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large sweet onions, chopped (about 3 cups)
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (see note)
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann’s or Duke’s
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives, for serving (optional)
  • Potato chips or crudités, for serving

Instructions

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  1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, salt, pepper, and thyme, and cook, stirring often, until the onions are soft and caramelized, about 20 minutes. If the onions start to burn, lower the heat. Towards the end of cooking, deglaze the pan by adding one tablespoon of water at a time, using only a few tablespoons in total, to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Transfer the onions to a plate to cool.
  2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or beaters, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and sugar. Mix at medium speed until smooth and evenly combined. Stir in the cooled onions until they are thoroughly incorporated. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary. Serve the dip at room temperature, sprinkled with chives (if using), alongside potato chips and/or crudités.

Notes

  • Note: To quickly soften cream cheese in the microwave, remove the wrapper and place it on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on 50% power in 5 to 10-second intervals until soft but not melted. This method ensures it softens evenly without turning runny.
  • Make-Ahead Instructions: The dip can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and stored in a covered container in the refrigerator. Remove the dip from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before serving to let it come to room temperature. Give the dip a good stir and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
  • Make-Ahead Instructions: The dip can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and stored in a covered container in the refrigerator. Remove the dip from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before serving to let it come to room temperature. Give the dip a good stir and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

Nutrition Information

Serving 3.5 tablespoons Calories 287kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 46mg (15%) Sodium 405mg (17%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 7g (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 287

% Daily Value*

Serving 3.5 tablespoons
Calories 287kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 46mg 15%
Sodium 405mg 17%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 7g 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.