Homemade Caramelized French Onion Dip
This Caramelized French Onion Dip is rich, creamy, and loaded with slow-cooked onions for tons of flavor. It’s made with Greek yogurt, cream cheese, and mayo for the perfect balance of tangy and indulgent. Serve it with potato chips, crostini, or veggie sticks—no matter what, this dip is always the first thing gone at the party.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter
- 3-4 medium yellow onions, sliced thinly
- fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 Tablespoon worcestershire
- 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 8- ounce cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 1/2 cup nonfat greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2-3 cloves garlic, grated
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the thinly sliced onions, honey, and a generous amount of fresh cracked black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes, or until the onions are deeply golden and caramelized. If the pan starts to dry out or the onions begin to stick, add a splash of water (about 2 tablespoons at a time) to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits. Do this as needed, 2–3 times throughout cooking, to prevent burning and boost flavor.4 Tablespoons salted butter, 3-4 medium yellow onions,, fresh cracked black pepper, 1 teaspoon honey
- Finish with Worcestershire and Soy Sauce: Once the onions are deeply caramelized, stir in the Worcestershire and soy sauce. Let everything simmer for another 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.1 Tablespoon worcestershire, 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
- Beat Onions and Cream Cheese: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or using a hand mixer and large mixing bowl, add the cream cheese, Dijon mustard, onion powder, grated garlic, and caramelized onions. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined, scraping down the sides as needed.1 8- ounce cream cheese,, 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2-3 cloves garlic,
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise. Mix on low speed until everything is fully incorporated and the dip is creamy. Taste and season with more black pepper or a pinch of salt, if desired. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.1 1/2 cup nonfat greek yogurt, 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Notes
- Low & Slow is Key: Caramelizing onions takes time. Resist the urge to crank up the heat—this process builds a deep sweet & savory flavor that’s worth every minute.
- Soften the Cream Cheese: Cold cream cheese won’t blend smoothly. Let it sit out for 30–60 minutes before mixing.
- Don’t Skip the Chill Time: Warm dip can taste flat. Letting it chill helps all the flavors develop and gives it the thick, scoopable texture you're after.
Nutrition
Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 424mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g