Description
Start your next gathering off with a bubbling, creamy Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Dip. This easy recipe brings together sweet caramelized onions, nutty Gruyere cheese, and a velvety cream cheese base. It’s the perfect choice for any occasion – whether you’re planning a quick appetizer, an easy dinner party snack, or looking for savory food ideas that impress. This crowd-pleaser is ideal for dipping baguette slices, crackers, or crunchy veggies. One of our favorite easy recipes to serve warm and bubbling right from the oven.
Ingredients
3 large yellow onions
3 tablespoons butter
8 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup reserved caramelized onions for topping
1/4 cup additional Gruyere for topping
Instructions
1. Thinly slice the yellow onions. In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter and add the onions. Cook slowly, stirring frequently, for about 30–40 minutes until they are golden and caramelized. Add the minced garlic during the last 2–3 minutes of cooking.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth and well blended.
3. Stir in the caramelized onions (reserving 1/4 cup for topping), shredded Gruyere, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Transfer the dip mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with reserved onions and the extra Gruyere.
5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until hot, bubbling, and golden on top. Serve warm with bread or crackers.
Notes
For best results, don’t rush the caramelization process; low and slow brings out the sweetness.
Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing.
The dip can be made 1–2 days in advance and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of dip
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: dip, appetizer, onion dip, party dip, Gruyere cheese