Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip

Name: Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 slices Thick-cut Bacon (Chopped into 1/2-inch pieces before cooking, or cooked whole and crumbled); 2 large Yellow Onions (Thinly sliced); 8 oz Cream Cheese (1 package, softened at room temperature); 1/2 cup Sour Cream; 1/4 cup Mayonnaise; 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder; 1/2 tsp Onion Powder; 1/4 tsp Salt (Or to taste); 1/4 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground, or to taste); 2 tbsp Fresh Chives (Finely chopped, for garnish (optional))

A rich and savory dip featuring sweet, deeply caramelized onions and crispy, crumbled bacon, all blended into a creamy and tangy base. This irresistible appetizer is perfect for sharing at parties, game nights, or as a decadent snack any time you crave something truly flavorful. Serve it chilled with your favorite crackers, chips, or vegetable sticks.

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Crispy Cooked Bacon

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

45m

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Medium

American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

300

Calories

10g

Protein

12g

Carbs

25g

Fat

Deeply Caramelized Onions

Ingredients

Servings: 8

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Creamy Dip Base Mixture

Instructions

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Cook the bacon: In a large skillet, cook the chopped or whole bacon over medium heat until crispy. If cooked whole, remove and crumble once cooled. Drain excess fat, reserving about 1 tablespoon.
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Cook the bacon: In a large skillet, cook the chopped or whole bacon over medium heat until crispy. If cooked whole, remove and crumble once cooled. Drain excess fat, reserving about 1 tablespoon.
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Cooking bacon evenly ensures a good texture for the dip.
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Caramelize the onions: In the same skillet with the reserved bacon fat (or a new pan with a little oil), add the thinly sliced onions. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply golden brown, soft, and sweet. This process takes patience.
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Caramelize the onions: In the same skillet with the reserved bacon fat (or a new pan with a little oil), add the thinly sliced onions. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply golden brown, soft, and sweet. This process takes patience.
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Low and slow heat is key to achieving perfectly caramelized onions without burning them. Stirring prevents sticking.
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Prepare the dip base: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
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Prepare the dip base: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
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Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth, lump-free dip.
4
Combine ingredients: Add the crumbled crispy bacon and the caramelized onions to the creamy dip base. Stir well with a spoon or spatula until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the dip.
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Combine ingredients: Add the crumbled crispy bacon and the caramelized onions to the creamy dip base. Stir well with a spoon or spatula until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the dip.
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Taste and adjust seasonings (salt, pepper) if needed after combining.
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Serve and garnish: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh chopped chives, if desired. Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables, or chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld further.
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Serve and garnish: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh chopped chives, if desired. Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables, or chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld further.
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Chilling the dip for a short period enhances its flavors. For best presentation, use a nice serving dish.