Hot Caramelized Onion Dip is the perfect cozy appetizer for any gathering. Calling for simple ingredients and scratch-made caramelized onions, this fresh dip has French Onion vibes and flavors. Plus, it can be made in advance and is ready in less than an hour for easy sharing.
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 45 minutesminutes
Total Time 55 minutesminutes
Servings 12servings
Calories 187kcal
Ingredients
¼cupunsalted butter
1tablespoonolive oil
2large yellow onionssliced thinly and cut in half (4 cups)
1teaspoonkosher salt
1teaspoonWorcestershire sauce
8oz.cream cheesesoftened
½cupsour cream
¾cupshredded gruyere cheese
1tablespoonfresh thyme leaves
⅓cupshredded gruyere cheesefor sprinkling on top of the dip
Preheat the oven to 425℉. Spray a small casserole dish with nonstick baking spray, and set aside.
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the oil.
When the butter and oil are hot, add the thinly sliced onions. Season with salt.
Cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring constantly, until dark brown and caramelized. You will have around 1 ½ cups (~265 grams) caramelized onions at this point.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Pour in the Worcestershire sauce, and stir until it’s evaporated. Season with the fresh thyme leaves, too.
Add the cream cheese and sour cream. Stir until combined.
Add ¾ cup of the shredded cheese. Stir to combine.
Transfer the dip to the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle with the remaining ⅓ cup cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the top is dark brown and bubbly.
Garnish with additional fresh thyme leaves. Serve immediately with your favorite dippers.
Notes
How to make in advance: Caramelize the onions. Assemble the dip. Transfer to the casserole dip, cover with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge. Bake off before serving.