How long does it take to caramelize onions?

It takes at least 45 minutes, but can take longer.

How do I know when the onions are ready?

They're ready when the onions have shrunk in size and are golden brown, translucent, soft, and sweet.

How do I reheat the onion dip?

It can be reheated uncovered on the middle rack of the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until warm or in the microwave until warm.

Easy Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip Recipe

Name: Easy Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: PT-489860H44M57S
Yield: 8
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons; Bacon: 6 pieces; Onions: 3-4, thinly sliced; Cream Cheese: 8 oz, softened; Sour Cream: 1/2 cup; Mayonaise: 1/2 cup; Salt: 1 teaspoon; Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon; Mozzarella Cheese: 1 and 1/2 cups, shredded

Description

This caramelized onion and bacon dip is creamy and delicious and will impress your guests on any occasion!

Ingredients

Units

Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
Bacon: 6 pieces
Onions: 3-4, thinly sliced
Cream Cheese: 8 oz, softened
Sour Cream: 1/2 cup
Mayonaise: 1/2 cup
Salt: 1 teaspoon
Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
Mozzarella Cheese: 1 and 1/2 cups, shredded

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Instructions

Cook: To a large pan on medium-high heat, add the olive oil and bacon and cook until crispy (about 10 mins). Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towel. Reduce the heat to low-medium, and add the onions to the pan with the bacon grease and cook until the onions have shrunk in size and are golden, translucent, and soft (about 45 mins).
Mix: While the onions cook down, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and chop the bacon into small pieces. Next, add and mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayo, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl with an electric hand mixer. Fold in 1 cup of mozzarella and the bacon pieces (reserve 1 tablespoon for garnishing), and then the onions.
Bake: Transfer the dip to a small baking dish and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella. Bake on the middle rack uncovered for 20 minutes, then sprinkle on the reserved bacon pieces and bake for 2-3 more minutes. Serve with toasted baguette slices and potato chips.

Notes

The onions are ready when they have shrunk in size and are golden, translucent, soft, and sweet.

If you find your onions sticking to the pan or looking a little dry, add a couple of tablespoons of water to help loosen things up. You can also try a little extra olive oil too.

After cooking the bacon, it'll be easier to chop once it's cooled down. It's also best to wait for it to cool down before adding it to the creamy mixture so it doesn't interfere with the texture of the dip.

Nutrition facts are for informational purposes only. We are not responsible for any errors. We have tested the recipe for accuracy, but your results may vary. Please note that this is not medical or nutrition advice. Seek advice from a licensed professional if you need advice. We are not liable for any damages caused by your use of this content.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
Category: appetizer, dip
Method: bake, saute
Cuisine: american