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    French Onion Dip

    Published: Apr 10, 2020 · Modified: Sep 15, 2020 by heather · This post may contain affiliate links

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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. 

    More delicious appetizer recipes

    • Bacon wrapped water chestnuts is one of the most popular recipes on this blog.
    • Potato skins are a classic appetizer that can be made in air fryer or oven. 
    • Vegetable Pinwheels are filled with vegetables and a dill cream cheese.
    • Shrimp Dip is warm, creamy, cheesy dip filled with shrimp. 

    ***If you made this recipe please feel free to leave a comment and star rating below.

    French Onion Dip in a bowl with a chip.
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    French Onion Dip

    Creamy, delicious french onion dip.
    Prep Time40 mins
    Total Time40 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: french onion dip
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 169kcal
    Author: Heather

    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.

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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
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    Comments

    1. wilhelmina

      April 10, 2020 at 4:20 pm

      5 stars
      This dip is so much better than using a packet! So much flavor, it’s irresistible!

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    2. Ashley F

      April 10, 2020 at 3:51 pm

      5 stars
      I love how simple the ingredient list is to make this dip! Perfect for snacking!

      Reply
    3. Matt Taylor

      April 10, 2020 at 3:47 pm

      5 stars
      So yummy and easy to make! A perfect chip dip or veggie dip. 🙂

      Reply

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