French Onion Dip

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French Onion Dip from scratch is one of our favorite appetizers to make for a BBQ, party and snack. Sweet caramelized onions mixed with spices and herbs. 

If you enjoy appetizer dips be sure to try this popular beer cheese and sausage dip, fruit dip, Knorr spinach dip and chipped beef dip

Dip in a bowl with potato chip


 

Homemade French Onion dip is always one of the first things I gravitate towards when at a party. The combination of a salty potato chip and the cool dip is so, so good. 

It tastes like a creamy mixture of a little sweet and salty. The caramelized onions gives it the slightest hint of sweetness and the garlic powder and salt offer a nice salty balance.

It can be tempting to grab a pack of mix at the store but trust me, this homemade recipe is easy to make and worth the few extra steps. 

Why this recipe works

  • This homemade french onion dip is way better than the store bought version filled with additives. 
  • Only needs a few ingredients and always a huge hit! 
Bowl of sour cream, mayo, onions and spices

What you need

Onions – Vidalia, yellow or white work for this recipe. Make sure they are diced small. 

Sour Cream – This is the creamy base. You can use full-fat, low-fat or even Greek yogurt.

Mayonnaise – This adds another layer of flavor.

Garlic Powder – Used to season the dip.

Parsley- Chopped, fresh parsley adds color and a freshness. Chives also work well. 

Salt and Pepper – Added for seasoning. Adjust for taste. 

How to make

Scroll down for full printable recipe, ingredients and video. 

The key to this recipe is the onions! It’s important to get them nice and caramelized before adding to the mixture.

  • Add 2 tablespoons of butter to skillet along with onions. Cook on low for 30-40 minutes. You want them to get golden brown. Allow them to cool in the refrigerator for a few minutes before adding.
  • Stir together sour cream, mayonnaise, spices and parsley. Mix in onions, serve immediately or refrigerate. 
bowl of mayonnaise, sour cream, onions and parsley

How to serve

This onion dip is so good, I could eat it with a spoon but the classic way is with potato chips, especially ruffle style. 

Also try serving with corn chips, bread, cut up vegetables and crackers. 

I have even used this to top a hamburger and mixed with shredded chicken for chicken salad

How to store

This will keep well stored in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. 

I would not recommend freezing because the mayonnaise does not do well when frozen.

Tips

  • Make sure to allow enough time for onions to caramelize. Stir them frequently to prevent sticking. If they start to stick to the pan, add a little water or beef broth. 
  • The longer the dip sits, the more the flavors come together. If making for a party, I like to make the night before for maximum flavor. 

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French Onion Dip in a bowl with a chip.
5 from 5 votes

French Onion Dip

By Heather
Creamy, delicious french onion dip.
Prep: 40 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients 

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 onions
  • 1 1/2 cups sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/8 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  • Place butter in skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions. Saute for approximately 3-4 minutes.
  • Turn heat to low and let onions cook for about 30 minutes or until golden brown. Make sure to stir every 4-5 minutes so they don't stick to pan.
  • Once cooked, remove from heat and let onions cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir in onions and parsley. Serve or refrigerate.

Video

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Nutrition

Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 251mg | Potassium: 107mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 356IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
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6 Comments

  1. I used 4 cups of diced onion for this recipe. Thought I’d mention because onions vary greatly in size these days.

  2. 5 stars
    This is the best French onion dip I’ve ever had, by far!!! I’ve made it many times now and it’s always a HUGE hit.