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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    French Onion Dip

    Author: Peter · Published: Nov 28, 2024

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    Did you know there are 2 ways to make French Onion Dip? Savory French Onion Dip and Sweet French Onion Dip, and they are a million times tastier than artificially flavored store bought versions. A classic party dip perfect for a family games night, a Super Bowl party or a holiday gathering!

    serving French onion dip

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • Choose Your Flavors - salty or sweet, both versions taste incredible
    • Healthier - made without added preservatives or additives
    • Less Clean Up - no mixer required makes this recipe nice and easy to clean
    • Adjustable - make it your own by customizing the creamy base, spices and herbs

    Ingredients

    • Caramelized Onions - Onions, Garlic, Oil
    • Balsamic Vinegar - for Sweet Onion Dip
    • Worcestershire Sauce - for Classic French Onion Dip
    • Brown Sugar - skip for Classic French Onion Dip
    • Salt and Pepper
    • Fresh Thyme
    • Bay Leaf
    • Sour Cream
    • Mayonnaise
    • Green Onions or Chives - for garnish
    french onion dip ingredients

    How to Make French Onion Dip From Scratch

    1. Prepare - dice Onions, mince Garlic and pinch fresh Thyme leaves
    2. Caramelize - sauté Onions and Garlic in Oil until they start to caramelize golden brown - about 10 minutes.
    3. Classic French Onion Dip - reduce heat to medium. Add Worcestershire Sauce, Salt, Pepper, Thyme, and a Bay Leaf. Simmer for about 10 more minutes until it starts to thicken and further reduce. Remove from heat and cool in fridge before proceeding.
    4. Sweet Onion Dip - reduce heat to medium. Add Balsamic Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Salt, Pepper, Thyme, and a Bay Leaf. Simmer for about 10 more minutes until it starts to thicken and further reduce. Remove from heat and cool in fridge before proceeding.
    5. Combine - mix together Sour Cream and Mayo with Caramelized Onions.
    6. Chill and Serve - refrigerate for 1 hour before serving. Garnish with chopped Green Onions or Chives
    caramelized onions

    French Onion Dip Variations

    • Greek Yogurt Onion Dip - for a lighter version, substitute Sour Cream with Greek Yogurt
    • Cream Cheese Onion Dip - substitute Mayonnaise with Cream Cheese for a richer and creamier version - allow Cheese to warm to room temperature before mixing
    • Spicy Onion Dip - add Cayenne Pepper, sauté sliced Chili Peppers or add a dash of Hot Sauce
    • Herb Onion Dip - add your favorite fresh herbs like chopped Parsley, Dill or Oregano

    Recipe Tips and FAQs

    • Extra Caramelization - for richer flavor, reduce heat to low and caramelize for up to 25 minutes
    • Lower Fat - substitute with Low Fat Sour Cream and Fat Free Mayo for a lower calorie French Onion Dip
    • Green Onion Dip - mix through 1 cup of finely chopped Green Onions which will add fresh flavor to the dip
    serving sweet onion dip

    Can I Make This In Advance?

    Absolutely. This allows the flavors meld together before serving. Prepare a day in advance and keep refrigerated until serving.

    Serving Suggestions

    • Crackers - Ritz, Wheat Crackers, Multi-Grain Crackers, Pita Chips
    • Crinkle Cut Potato Chips
    • Carrot Sticks and Celery Sticks
    • Serve in a small Bread Bowl
    • Toasted Baguette Slices
    • Breadsticks or Grissini
    • Spread it on your Sandwiches or Hamburgers

    Storage

    • Fridge - place in an airtight container and enjoy within 3 days
    • Freezer - not recommended
    serving French onion dip

    Party Dip Recipes You'll Love

    • Hot Crab and Artichoke Dip
    • Breadbowl Spinach Dip
    • Beetroot Dip - Russian Style
    • Blue Cheese Dip for Everything
    • Pumpkin Hummus
    • Bacon Ranch Dip
    • Easy Tzatziki Dip
    • Sweet Thai Chili Sauce

    Now that you see how easy it is to make, I'm sure you'll never go back to the dry French Onion Soup recipe again! Perfect as a snack or if you're hosting a party, everyone will ask for your secret recipe. Bon Appetit! Приятного аппетита! 

    serving French onion dip

    French Onion Dip

    Did you know there are 2 ways to make French Onion Dip? Savory French Onion Dip and Sweet Onion Dip, and they are a million times tastier than artificially flavored store bought versions. A classic party dip perfect for a family games night, a Super Bowl party or a holiday gathering!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Chilling Time 1 hour hr
    Total Time 1 hour hr 25 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Dips
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 people

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 large Onions finely chopped
    • 4 cloves Garlic minced
    • 2 tablespoons Oil
    • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce if making Classic French Onion Dip
    • ¼ cup Balsamic Vinegar if making Sweet Onion Dip
    • ¼ cup Brown Sugar if making Sweet Onion Dip
    • ½ teaspoon Salt and Pepper
    • 1 teaspoon fresh Thyme leaves
    • 1 Bay leaf
    • 1¼ cups Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
    • 1¼ cups Mayonnaise
    • Garnish with Green Onions or Chives

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare - dice Onions, mince Garlic and pinch fresh Thyme leaves.
    • Caramelize - sauté Onions and Garlic in Oil until they start to caramelize golden brown - about 10 minutes.
    • Classic French Onion Dip - reduce heat to medium. Add Worcestershire Sauce, Salt, Pepper, Thyme, and a Bay Leaf. Simmer for about 10 more minutes until it starts to thicken and further reduce. Remove from heat and cool in fridge before proceeding.
    • Sweet Onion Dip - reduce heat to medium. Add Balsamic Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Salt, Pepper, Thyme, and a Bay Leaf. Simmer for about 10 more minutes until it starts to thicken and further reduce. Remove from heat and cool in fridge before proceeding.
    • Combine - mix together Sour Cream and Mayo with Caramelized Onions.
    • Chill and Serve - refrigerate for 1 hour before serving. Garnish with chopped Green Onions or Chives.

    Notes

    This recipe can be made in advance, allowing the flavors to meld together. Keep refrigerated until you're ready to serve.
    Keyword French Onion Dip, How to Make French Onion Dip, Sweet Onion Dip

    ©PetersFoodAdventures.com *originally posted February 2019, updated November 2024

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