Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip

This Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip is a creamy, savory appetizer made with caramelized onions, crispy bacon, sour cream, and cream cheese. It’s rich, flavorful, and easy to prepare — the ultimate game day or party dip.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing bowl
Wooden spoon
Knife and cutting board

Ingredients

2 medium onions (yellow + red), chopped
6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon butter (for caramelizing onions)
to taste salt and pepper
optional fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized.
Meanwhile, cook bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes, until crispy. Drain on paper towels, then chop into small pieces.
In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in garlic, Worcestershire sauce, caramelized onions, and half the bacon. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer to a serving bowl. Top with remaining bacon and fresh herbs. Serve with chips, crackers, pita, or veggie sticks.

Notes

Best served with chips, crackers, pita bread, or veggie sticks. For extra flavor, top with fresh herbs or shredded cheese. Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days, then garnished before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 0.6mg

Keyword bacon dip, caramelized onion dip, game day appetizer, savory dip

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