Mohamed Shili This delicious French Onion Dip by Joanna Gaines is the perfect creamy and savory snack for any occasion. Quick to whip up with simple, everyday ingredients, it’s rich, flavorful, and pairs wonderfully with crispy potato chips. The caramelized onions add a sweet, golden touch, making it a crowd-pleaser for parties or a cozy night in!
Recipe Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 1/2 cups diced onions
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 4 oz / 120 g cream cheese (cold), cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup whole egg mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
How To Make French Onion Dip?
- Melt the butter: In a frying pan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Caramelize the onions: Add diced onions, salt, pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden and sweet. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Prepare the creamy base: In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until smooth. If needed, microwave the mixture in 10-second bursts to soften.
- Combine and chill: Fold in the caramelized onions and stir until just combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight) to allow flavors to develop.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve at room temperature, garnished with chopped chives if desired. Pair with crinkle-cut plain potato chips for the best experience!
Recipe Tips:
- Caramelize the onions slowly: Patience is key! Cook the onions over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, to ensure they become golden and sweet without burning.
- Use cold cream cheese: Cold cream cheese helps maintain a thick and creamy texture when mixed with sour cream and mayonnaise. Soften slightly if needed, but don’t overheat.
- Chill the dip for flavor: Refrigerate the dip for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to let the flavors blend and deepen for the best taste.
- Serve at room temperature: Take the dip out of the fridge about 30 minutes before serving for the perfect creamy consistency and enhanced flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste: Before chilling, taste the mixture and add a pinch more salt or cayenne if needed for your preferred flavor balance.
How To Store Leftovers?
First, let the leftover French Onion Dip cool to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 60
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 220mg
- Potassium: Data not available
- Total Carbohydrate: 2g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 1g
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Joanna Gaines French Onion Dip
Description
This delicious French Onion Dip by Joanna Gaines is the perfect creamy and savory snack for any occasion. Quick to whip up with simple, everyday ingredients, it’s rich, flavorful, and pairs wonderfully with crispy potato chips. The caramelized onions add a sweet, golden touch, making it a crowd-pleaser for parties or a cozy night in!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Melt the butter: In a frying pan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Caramelize the onions: Add diced onions, salt, pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden and sweet. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Prepare the creamy base: In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until smooth. If needed, microwave the mixture in 10-second bursts to soften.
- Combine and chill: Fold in the caramelized onions and stir until just combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight) to allow flavors to develop.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve at room temperature, garnished with chopped chives if desired. Pair with crinkle-cut plain potato chips for the best experience!
Notes
- Caramelize the onions slowly: Patience is key! Cook the onions over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, to ensure they become golden and sweet without burning.
- Use cold cream cheese: Cold cream cheese helps maintain a thick and creamy texture when mixed with sour cream and mayonnaise. Soften slightly if needed, but don’t overheat.
- Chill the dip for flavor: Refrigerate the dip for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to let the flavors blend and deepen for the best taste.
- Serve at room temperature: Take the dip out of the fridge about 30 minutes before serving for the perfect creamy consistency and enhanced flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste: Before chilling, taste the mixture and add a pinch more salt or cayenne if needed for your preferred flavor balance.
Joanna Gaines French Onion Dip
