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homemade French onion dip
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Homemade French Onion Dip

This homemade French onion dip takes the familiar favorite and elevates it with deeply caramelized onions, warm spices and a creamy base.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Cooling Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, French
Keyword: mayonnaise, onion, sour cream
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 123kcal
Author: Laura

Equipment

  • Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • Spatula
  • Medium Bowl

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 2 medium yellow onions chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¾ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika or cayenne
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 16 ounces sour cream
  • chives chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • In a skillet, heat the butter over medium heat.
  • Once melted, add the onions, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika and cook for about 5 minutes and then turn down to low until caramelized, stirring occasionally. Take onions off the heat and let cool completely.
  • In a serving bowl, mix the sour cream and mayo in a bowl. Add the cooled caramelized onions and refrigerate at least a couple hours or overnight.
  • Once ready to serve, sprinkle with chopped chives and enjoy with your favorite potato chips.

Notes

  • Honestly, if you don't have time to let the onions cool before mixing with the sauce, then go ahead and mix them together. They will be fine!

Storage + make-ahead tips

  • Refrigerate by storing in an airtight container for up to four days.
  • Do not freeze, as dairy-based dips don’t freeze well.
  • Make ahead the night before to deepen flavor.

Variations + substitutions

  • Add heat: Use more cayenne or add minced jalapeño.
  • Make it smoky: Add a pinch of smoked paprika.
  • Use Greek yogurt: Substitute some sour cream for extra tang.
  • Add herbs: Stir in parsley or thyme for brightness.
  • Make it extra oniony: Add finely minced raw onion for a sharper bite.

Nutrition

Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 215mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 241IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 0.1mg