Maui Caramelized Sweet Onion Dip
Dive into indulgent, island-inspired flavors with this Maui Caramelized Sweet Onion Dip, a creamy, savory masterpiece that’s perfect for parties or casual snacking. Featuring the natural sweetness of slowly caramelized Maui sweet onions—cooked to golden perfection in butter and olive oil—this dip is elevated with a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise for a velvety base. Accented with hints of garlic, fresh thyme, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, it offers a perfectly balanced depth of flavor. Garnished with vibrant green onions, this dip pairs beautifully with crunchy chips, fresh crudités, or toasted baguette slices. With its irresistible taste and tropical vibe, this dip is sure to be the star of your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Maui sweet onions
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the Maui sweet onions.
In a large skillet, heat the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium-low heat until melted.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and stir to coat them in the butter and oil.
Cook the onions slowly over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until they are deeply caramelized and golden brown. This will take approximately 35-40 minutes. Be patient to avoid burning and ensure maximum sweetness. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the minced garlic, chopped thyme, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Once the onions have cooled, chop them finely and fold them into the cream cheese mixture.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped green onions.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature with chips, crudités, or sliced baguette.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 336.6 g | 432% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.4 g | 552% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 663 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 1838 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.9 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.8 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 711 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1246 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
