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Hot Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip

Delicious and sweet caramelized onions inside this incredible creamy and cheesy dip! With the added bacon this dip is sure to be a huge hit at your next party!

Prep Time
45 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 324 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 3/4 cup grated Romano cheese, divided (you could also use parmesan)
  • 6 lices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. In a medium sized skillet add oil, onions, and water. Cook over medium high heat until browned and caramelized adding more water as needed. Be patient, it will take about 45 minutes for the onions to reach a dark caramelized color.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  3. In a medium bowl, cream together the mayonnaise and softened cream cheese.
  4. Stir in the 1/2 cup romano cheese, bacon crumbles, and caramelized onions.
  5. Spread into a baking dish and top with remaining 1/4 cup romano cheese.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven for about 20-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

Notes

  • Originally posted February 1, 2016
  • Updated on October 9, 2023

Nutrition Information

Calories 324kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 43mg (14%) Sodium 323mg (13%) Potassium 260mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 306IU (6%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 123mg (12%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 324

% Daily Value*

Calories 324kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 43mg 14%
Sodium 323mg 13%
Potassium 260mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 306IU 6%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 123mg 12%
Iron 1mg 6%

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