Caramelized Onion Dip

Another Junk Food Friday spent at the #Summersounds Concert In the Park with friends.  I like taking a treat to our group at the park.  They are so enthusiastic about what I have brought.  They give me their honest criticism and opinion of the evenings offering.  Well, let me tell you, hands down this dip was a HIT!  A bit sweet, a little kick and overall great taste.  Take your time caramelizing the onions for this recipe.  That is the key.  Bring out the sticky sweetness of the onions.  Junk Food Friday=Success!


Caramelized Onion Dip

printable recipe

2 large or 4 small onions

1 T. butter

1 T. olive oil

1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

1 tsp. kosher salt

1/4 tsp. black pepper

4 oz. cream cheese

1/2 c. sour cream

1/2 c. mayonnaise

Lice the onions in 1/8 inch slices.  In a heavy bottom skillet on medium heat add the olive oil and butter.  

When butter is melted add the sliced onions, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

When onions are soft and starting release their liquid, turn the heat to low.  Slowly cook the onions 

for about 20 minutes, until almost like a paste.

In a bowl combine the cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise.  Mix till smooth.

Add the onions and stir until well combined.  

Serve with crackers.