Whenever we have any sort of family gathering for a party or holiday, this onion dip is always requested. The recipe calls for cayenne pepper, which gives it a little kick. If you don’t want it spicy, I have also made it without. Mostly because I forgot to buy a new jar at the store; but the dip is still delicious nonetheless.
When slicing the onions, I have done both larger slices, as well as using the food chopper to get smaller pieces. It all comes does to how big you want your onion chunks to be when you go to dip. And watch out for the watery eyes! I got some really strong onions and I think even Loucy the Cat’s eyes were watering!
It does needs to be chilled before serving, and since I think it tastes even better the next day after everything soaks together, I do recommend making this the day before you plan to serve it. However, it only needs to be chilled for a few hours before serving, so it can be made day of, as well. Serve with pretzels, pita chips, or veggies for dipping. My personal favorite is to eat it with celery sticks. And because this is such a hit at parties, I usually double the recipe to make sure there is plenty to go around!
Ingredients
8 large yellow onions
4 tbsp butter
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp pepper
4 oz cream cheese, room temp
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
- Cut the onions so you have about 3 cups
- heat the butter and oil in a large saute pan on medium heat
- add the onions, cayenne pepper, salt & pepper and saute for 10 minutes
- reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally for 20 more minutes until the onions are brown and caramelized
- allow the onions to cool
- place the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayo in a bowl
- use an electric mixer and beat until smooth
- add the onions and mix well
- refrigerate for a few hours, serve cold
Alyson @Vintage Sunshine says
Looks yummy!! LOVE that it’s got actual onions in it.
Natalie says
I love onion dip! I don’t think I’ve ever had one that had real onions in it, so I’m excited to try this one. 🙂
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Tammy @ creativekkids.com says
I will have to try this! I think I would like it, and my husband would love it! Thanks for linking up with the Tasty Tuesday’s Link-up. I have pinned your post to the Tasty’s Tuesday’s Pinterest Board!
Rachel says
I love dips! I will have to try it. Thanks for linking up to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party. I have pinned your post to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Board.
Sarah Barker says
No, kidding I was just looking for an onion dip recipe, so glad to have found this one – looks fantastic!
Laura @ Over The Apple Tree says
Hmmm, I’d eat that! Found you at Friday Pin Fest!
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Melissa Miller says
I’ve got some leftover cream cheese that I need to use up and I LOVE onions! This would make a great work snack! Thanks for the recipe! Stopping by from SITS!
Britni says
I have to admit that I personally hate onions but I think my dad, an onion lover, would absolutely love this. Thanks for sharing on the weekend re-Treat Link Party!
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Cathy says
Thanks for sharing at Tasty Tuesdays! Pinning to the party board and can’t wait to see what tasty posts you share next week! Have a terrific week!
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Jess says
I’m pretty sure that I could eat this whole bowl! LOL
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Kim says
This looks so good, and SO much better than the dip you make with a packet of dried soup mix! Thanks for sharing the recipe. Lots of times people guard these with the utmost secrecy!