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French Onion Dip

Creamy, savory and always a favorite — rich flavor, better than store-bought.

French Onion Dip, photographed by Bobbie
The original food picture from Bobbie's recipe card.
Serves 8–10 About 1 hour 30 minutes total (10 minutes prep, 20 minutes cook, 1 hour chill)Buy ingredients on Amazon Make a shopping list for this
VegetarianContains dairyMake ahead

Bobbie's tips: cook the onions low and slow for the best flavor and sweetness; use full-fat mayonnaise and sour cream for a richer, creamier dip; let the onions cool completely before mixing to keep the dip thick; make ahead for even better flavor; for extra depth, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce. Keeps up to 4 days in the fridge in an airtight container. Nutrition per 2 tbsp, from Bobbie's card: about 90 calories, 9 g fat, 2 g carbohydrates, 1 g protein, 180 mg sodium.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional, adds depth)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mayonnaise (use full-fat for best flavor)
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped caramelized onions (from the cooked onions)
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder (optional, for extra flavor)
  • Chopped chives or green onions for garnish (optional)

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Method

  1. 1

    Caramelize the onions: in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and salt. Cook, stirring often, for 18–20 minutes, until deep golden brown and soft. Add the garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce (if using). Remove from the heat and let cool completely.

  2. 2

    Make the dip base: in a large bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.

  3. 3

    Add the onions: stir in the cooled caramelized onions. Reserve a small amount of onions for topping if desired. Mix until well combined.

  4. 4

    Chill for best flavor: cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight) to let the flavors blend.

  5. 5

    Garnish: before serving, top with the reserved caramelized onions and chopped chives or green onions.

  6. 6

    Serve and enjoy: serve with potato chips, crackers, pretzels, or fresh vegetables.

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From Bobbie's “Bobbie's Recipe Cards (batch 9)”. Written up by Bobbie's Kitchen · Updated 26 October 2026