Game Day Onion Dip (Print Version)
A rich and creamy dip featuring caramelized onions, perfect for entertaining. Serve with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
# What You Need:
→ Onions
01 - 2 large yellow onions, finely chopped
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Dairy
04 - 1 cup sour cream
05 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
06 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
→ Seasonings
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
→ Fresh Herbs
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped, plus additional for garnish
# Directions:
01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add chopped onions and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown and caramelized, approximately 20 to 25 minutes. Reduce heat if onions begin to burn. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, and softened cream cheese. Whisk until smooth and homogeneous.
03 - Add caramelized onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using to the bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined.
04 - Stir in chopped chives. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
05 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and develop.
06 - Before serving, garnish with additional chives. Serve chilled with potato chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The slow caramelization creates this incredible depth that makes people lean in and whisper, What IS that amazing flavor.
- You can make it a day ahead when youre juggling twenty other game day preparations and it actually tastes better after the flavors meld overnight.
02 -
- If your onions start turning black instead of caramel-colored, immediately remove them from heat and lower your temperature, as bitter burnt onions will ruin the entire batch.
- Adding a teaspoon of balsamic vinegar to the onions in the last minute of caramelization creates a subtle tangy depth that most people cant identify but everyone appreciates.
03 -
- If you slice rather than chop some of the onions, those longer strands create these beautiful golden ribbons throughout the dip that look impressive and signal its homemade quality.
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container with a piece of plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent that unappetizing skin from forming.