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Homemade French Onion Dip

By Kathi & Rachel

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This is creamy, tangy, and easy Homemade French Onion Dip comes together in 15 minutes. It tastes better than store bought from the caramelized onions and is made with items you likely already have on hand.

up close French onion dip garnished with chives and salt and pepper

Dip some plain potato chips in it, or a spoon, or your finger…either way, Homemade French Onion Dip = Happiness!

Start off this dip by CHOPPING your onion; I repeat- CHOP. Don’t slice! Long stringy pieces of onion are  super hard to eat and a choking hazard…I have enough anxiety as it is without worrying about my guests choking on a piece of stringy onion.

picture showing chopped onions for dip on cutting board

Add 1 tablespoon of butter plus your chopped onion to a pan, and caramelize.  About 10 minutes on medium-high heat until rich in color.

In a medium size bowl, combine cream cheese, mayo, and shredded smoked provolone with the onions. The warm onions will help loosen up the cream cheese. Mix well with a fork, and you got yourself some Homemade French Onion Dip!

bowl of French onion dip ingredients

Tips for this Homemade French Onion Dip:

  1. I used a large white onion which yielded about 1.5 cups of chopped onion, but whatever you have on hand will work as well.
  2. Don’t undercarmelize the onions; you won’t get the same flavor you’re looking for. Wait until the  each piece of onion is brown, and almost candied. Just make sure your onions are brown, and not black- a little black is okay, just don’t burn them.
  3. If you’re trying to go low calorie– use greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise, and use low fat, whipped cream cheese in place of regular cream cheese.
  4. I used shredded smoked provolone; this gives it that delicious, smoky and oniony taste that French Onion Dip is known for. If you can’t find this at your grocery store, just opt for regular provolone or even shredded mozzarella.
  5. Did you make this onion dip?! Tag us on Instagram with #laughingspatula or @laughingspatula – we love to see your pics!

plate of chips with French onion dip garnished with chives

Need other great appetizers? Check out this Avocado Hummus; Easy to make, and no guilt to snack on it. Want something carby-ier? Twice Baked Potato Bites– your guests will love you. Headed to your show-off Aunt Mildred’s house? This Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese Galette will make her stop talking about her mink coat collection! 

I’m off to go do some fitness- FITNESS’ ONION DIP INTO MY MOUTH. Get it? Dumb joke. Onto the holiday season for fresh and easy recipes! 

Cheers- 

Rachel

A clear bowl surrounded by chips, the clear bowl is filled with a creamy French onion dip mixture and garnished with fresh ground black pepper and chopped chives
Homemade French Onion Dip
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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 

An easy 15 minute appetizer recipe that will have your guests asking for more!

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Appetizer
Servings: 8 people
: 134 kcal
: Kathi & Rachel
Ingredients
  • 1 8 oz block cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup shredded smoked provolone cheese
  • 1.5 cup onions- raw and diced
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped chive optional- to garnish
Instructions
  1. In a medium size skillet, add chopped onion and butter. Sautee until caramelized. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to semi-cool.

  2. In a medium bowl, combine remaining ingredients, with onions on top of cream cheese to soften. 

  3. Mix well. Garnish with chives if desired and serve with potato chips, vegetables, or flatbread. 

Recipe Notes

Tips for this Homemade French Onion Dip: 

  1. I used a large white onion which yielded about 1.5 cups of chopped onion, but whatever you have on hand will work as well. 
  2. Don't undercarmelize the onions; you won't get the same flavor you're looking for. Wait until the  each piece of onion is brown, and almost candied. Just make sure your onions are brown, and not black- a little black is okay, just don't burn them. 
  3. If you're trying to go low calorie- use greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise, and use low fat, whipped cream cheese in place of regular cream cheese. 
  4. I used shredded smoked provolone; this gives it that delicious, smoky and oniony taste that French Onion Dip is known for. If you can't find this at your grocery store, just opt for shredded mozzarella. 
  5. Did you make this onion dip?! Tag us on Instagram with #laughingspatula or @laughingspatula - we love to see your pics! 
Nutrition Facts
Homemade French Onion Dip
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Cholesterol 12mg4%
Sodium 139mg6%
Potassium 49mg1%
Carbohydrates 2g1%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 90IU2%
Vitamin C 2.2mg3%
Calcium 38mg4%
Iron 0.1mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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