Jul 14 2026
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Caramelized Onion Dip Recipe

Inspired by Grandma's Kitchen
Time1h
Serves8

Served with tortilla chips

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

For Caramelizing

To Serve

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Slice the Onions

    Peel and slice the onions thinly into half-moons.

  2. 2

    Mince the Garlic

    Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Caramelizing the Onions

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 4

    Add Onions and Sugar

    Add the sliced onions and sugar to the skillet, stirring to coat the onions.

  3. 5

    Cook the Onions

    Cook the onions for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and caramelized.

  4. 6

    Add Balsamic Vinegar

    Stir in the balsamic vinegar and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

Mixing the Dip

  1. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 8

    Add Caramelized Onions

    Once the caramelized onions have cooled, stir them into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.

Serving

  1. 9

    Transfer to Serving Bowl

    Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

  2. 10

    Serve with Tortilla Chips

    Serve the caramelized onion dip with tortilla chips on the side.

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