Description
Sweet brown sugar and balsamic-kissed onions sizzle into a silky cream cheese and sour cream mix, then bake to bubbling, golden-topped perfection. Each scoop unveils layers of caramelized richness and a hint of heat.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
Instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions, reduce heat to low, and cook until soft and translucent, about 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes over the onions and stir to combine.
- Continue cooking, stirring every few minutes, until onions turn deep golden and jammy, about 20–25 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and balsamic vinegar if using, cooking for 1 more minute then remove from heat.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Fold the caramelized onions into the cheese mixture.
- Transfer the dip to an oven-safe dish and sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Bake until the dip is bubbly and the top is lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped chives and serve hot with bread, crackers, or chips.
Notes
- Slice onions evenly to ensure uniform caramelization.
- Stir the onions regularly to prevent sticking and burning.
- Use full-fat dairy for the creamiest texture.
- Dip can be made a day ahead and reheated before serving.