Homemade Sour Cream and Onion Dip Recipe
This Homemade Sour Cream and Onion Dip is a rich, creamy, and flavorful appetizer perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply as a tasty snack. Slow-cooked caramelized onions add a deep, sweet flavor that pairs beautifully with the tangy sour cream and smooth cream cheese base, enhanced by fresh parsley and savory seasonings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups (serves 6-8) 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Caramelized Onions
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 sweet or yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tsp kosher sea salt
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
For the Dip Base
- 1 1/4 cups sour cream
- 8 oz original cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 tbsp freshly chopped parsley
- 1 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the thinly sliced onions, then sprinkle with kosher salt and granulated sugar. Sauté the onions gently for 40-50 minutes, stirring every 5-10 minutes to prevent burning, until they become golden or amber in color. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Dip Base: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, softened cream cheese, chopped parsley, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Use a hand-held mixer to beat the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Onions and Dip: Break the caramelized onions into smaller pieces with a spatula or chop finely on a cutting board. Add the onions to the sour cream mixture and fold gently until well combined.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dip for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together and the dip to thicken. Serve chilled with your favorite chips or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Slow caramelizing the onions is the key to developing the deep, sweet flavor—do not rush this process.
- For softer onions, you can chop them finely after cooking; for a chunkier texture, break them up with a spatula.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste after mixing all ingredients.
- Dip can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve with potato chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks for a delicious snack.
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