Party-Perfect Caramelized Onion Dip
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion ends removed and sliced root to tip ¼” thick
- 2 tsp dried rosemary
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp real maple syrup
- 4 oz. cream cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 Tbsp fresh chives finely chopped, divided
Instructions
- Begin by heating the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion and rosemary and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden-brown, approximately 25-30 minutes.
- Deglaze the skillet by adding the apple cider vinegar and gently scraping up any brown bits off the bottom with a spatula. Drizzle the maple syrup on top and stir to combine. Remove from heat and cool for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the onions to a mixing bowl and add the cream cheese, sour cream, and one tablespoon fresh chives. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir to combine.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with the remaining fresh chives. Serve immediately with your favorite dippers.
Notes
Tips & Tricks
- Don’t overcook the onions; they should be golden brown, not dark and crispy. Keep an eye on them, especially toward the end.
- Letting the cream cheese soften is a must. If it’s too cold, it’ll be hard to mix, and you might end up with lumps. Let it sit out for a bit before mixing.
- You can make this dip a day in advance if needed. Just mix everything up and refrigerate it overnight. Wait to sprinkle the chives on top until you’re ready to serve.
- If you’ve made it ahead, let the dip sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving. This will make it much easier to scoop.
Servings: 6