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Caramelized Onion Dip

A rich and flavorful dip made with sweet, caramelized onions and creamy ingredients, perfect for gatherings, parties, or cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the dip
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 pounds sweet onions, halved and sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives For garnish, optional

Method
 

Cooking the Onions
  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over low to medium-low heat.
  2. Add onions and brown sugar, and cook, stirring often, until the onions are deep golden brown, about 45-55 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add wine to the skillet, scraping any browned bits from the bottom; then remove from heat.
  5. Stir in balsamic vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Let the mixture cool completely, setting aside 2 tablespoons of the caramelized onions for garnishing if you wish.
Combining the Dip
  1. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise.
  2. Stir in the caramelized onions, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve, garnished with the reserved caramelized onions and chives, if desired, or cover and chill for up to 3 days.

Notes

Take your time caramelizing the onions; low heat equals sweeter and more flavorful onions. Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste; some may prefer it with more garlic or a tad more vinegar for zing. If you want a lighter version, you can substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream or mayonnaise. To store leftover dip, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It can last for up to 3 days. You can serve it cold or warm it gently in the microwave.