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Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip

December 15, 2015 Updated: August 6, 2019 By Julie Menghini 62 Comments

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A golden, creamy sweet caramelized onion bacon dip that is perfect as an appetizer or delicious on baked potatoes.

Caramelzed Onion and Bacon Dip | Hostess At HeartI get tons of emails, like all of us, showing recipes and promotions, and things that you just have to try. Some I keep, but most I delete. One glorious day, I was received this recipe for Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip. The originator was Martha Stewart. I really wanted to make it for the next get-together we attended!

Caramelzed Onion and Bacon Dip | Hostess At Heart-1Well for us, that generally doesn’t take long. We love socializing, and I always take something to share. I had a friend ask me to do a blind taste test on his dip. I didn’t do too bad of a job, and then asked him to do the same for my dip. When I told him what it was, he said no way, I don’t eat onions. Yea right, he does now!

This recipe is even better the next day. It’s a dip recipe, but we ended up putting the leftover dip on baked potatoes. Caramelized onion and bacon? Hello flavor! I served this dip on buttery crackers. You could easily have served it with veggies for another option. Either way, just try it!Caramelzed Onion and Bacon Dip | Hostess At HeartThis recipe used 4 strips of bacon. I doubled that amount, and the recipe had you fry shallots for the top, but I just used, you got it, bacon. This recipe can easily be cut in half and it will still be a generous sized appetizer. For another great appetizer choice, try my Creamy Gorgonzola Cheese and Fig dip!

Caramelzed Onion and Bacon Dip | Hostess At Heart
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Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip

A golden, creamy sweet caramelized onion bacon dip that is perfect as an appetizer or a condiment for baked potatoes.
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Servings 10
Author Hostess At Heart
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 lbs of yellow onions sliced thinly (1/8 inch)
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 8 slices of bacon cooked
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Salt and Pepper

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a heavy bottom pan. Add onion and cook at medium high for 15 minutes. Cover and reduce heat to low. cook stirring occasionally until light golden brown, approximately 45 minutes.
  • Cook bacon. Drain on a paper towel and chop. Set aside.
  • Raise heat to medium on onion mixture. Season with salt. Stir in vinegar; simmer until mixture is dry. Stir in thyme; remove from heat. Turn onion mixture out on a cutting board and allow to cool slightly. Chop coarsely.
  • Beat cream cheese in a bowl until smooth. Fold in sour cream, caramelized onions and all but 2 tablespoons of chopped bacon. Top mixture with remaining bacon. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to chill for at least 1 hour.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Martha Stewart Living

Nutrition

Serving: 10g | Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 239mg | Potassium: 302mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 494IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 1mg
This recipe was calculated using the exact brands and measurements I used to make this recipe. If you are following a strict diet please note changing anything will cause the nutritional info to change. My calculations are intended as a guide only.
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This recipe is so good that I can’t wait to share it with my friends at Throwback Thursday, Fiesta Friday and Saucy Saturdays!

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Comments

  1. Jennifer A Stewart says

    August 30, 2016 at 9:18 am

    I could survive on chips and dips and this one is great because you can use it so many ways. Vegetables! Putting on bread or potatoes like you said, and I might just add this to my BLT!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      August 30, 2016 at 9:05 pm

      Thank you, Jennifer! It would be amazing on a BLT or so many things. It’s great for football parties because the guys love it too.

      Reply
  2. Joy | Yummy Seconds says

    March 12, 2016 at 1:55 pm

    This dip looks delicious. Pinning to share. Have a lovely day.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 12, 2016 at 2:50 pm

      It was so good, and it really takes baked potatoes to the next level too. Thank you for stopping by!

      Reply
  3. Shari says

    January 11, 2016 at 12:51 pm

    Oh, Julie, caramelized onions are one of my favorite things! I love this recipe! Paired with bacon, it almost seems too good to be true. I am pinning to make soon! Thank you for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      January 11, 2016 at 1:14 pm

      Thank you Shari! This dip was delicious! I hope your holidays were wonderful!

      Reply
  4. Redbird Recipes says

    January 6, 2016 at 9:58 am

    Oh dear, this recipe speaks to my heart! Onions and bacon! Adding this to my game day recipe box!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      January 6, 2016 at 12:41 pm

      Thank you! It was delicious, and a great way to use up all the onions my obsessive self bought at Costco. 🙂

      Reply
      • Redbird Recipes says

        January 6, 2016 at 2:34 pm

        😀 I’m a bulk onion purchaser as well! lol

        Reply
  5. Lina says

    December 29, 2015 at 1:22 pm

    A lovely recipe Julie! The picture has come out so well..I think I’ll be using beef cause I don’t eat bacon…I also have a lot of catching up to do with your blog☺

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 29, 2015 at 9:02 pm

      Thank you so much Lina! Beef or a strong cheese might me options for you. Have a wonderful new year!

      Reply
      • Lina says

        December 29, 2015 at 9:03 pm

        You too Julie☺

        Reply
  6. carolinescookingblog says

    December 23, 2015 at 8:18 am

    Looks great! I am not much of a dip person usually but I love both caramelized onions and bacon.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 23, 2015 at 12:03 pm

      Thank you Caroline! It was a great condiment for potatoes too.

      Reply
  7. CrumblesAndKale says

    December 21, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    Oh god. I need this in my life! Bet this will taste amazing as a stuffing for chicken or pork!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 22, 2015 at 10:14 am

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  8. Natalie Browne says

    December 21, 2015 at 11:18 am

    Everything about this recipe sounds delicious! And on top of baked potatoes?! Yup, sounds good to me 🙂 Have a great Christmas, Julie

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 21, 2015 at 12:31 pm

      Thanks Natalie! It was really yummy. Enjoy your Holidays!

      Reply
  9. Anne says

    December 19, 2015 at 8:02 pm

    This sounds like such a wonderful flavor combination!!!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 20, 2015 at 11:20 am

      Thank you Anne! I appreciate you stopping by and commenting!

      Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 20, 2015 at 11:11 pm

      Thank you Anne. I appreciate you stopping by!

      Reply
  10. nancyc says

    December 19, 2015 at 7:12 pm

    You can go wrong with caramelized onion and bacon–this sounds like a wonderful dip! I can imagine how good it must be on baked potatoes, too!

    Reply
  11. theoldfatguy says

    December 19, 2015 at 4:16 pm

    Nice looking dip! Thanks for the recipe.

    The Old Fat Guy

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 19, 2015 at 6:48 pm

      Thank you for popping over and commenting!

      Reply
  12. Suchitra says

    December 19, 2015 at 12:59 pm

    This sounds like one flavorful dip!! Wish I could taste it! Saving the recipe!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 19, 2015 at 3:30 pm

      Thank you! It is great on potatoes and veggies too!

      Reply
  13. Celebrating Sunshine says

    December 18, 2015 at 8:20 pm

    That’s a very interesting combination for a dip! I will definitely try it! 🙂

    By the way, Julie… If you knew how how often I make your avocado salsa salad! Bobby loves it too…

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 19, 2015 at 3:31 pm

      Thank you Ana! I really appreciate you letting me know you make and enjoy one of my recipes. Have a wonderful Holiday and give your family my love!

      Reply
      • Celebrating Sunshine says

        December 27, 2015 at 8:21 pm

        Thank you, Julie! 🙂

        Reply
  14. chefjulianna says

    December 18, 2015 at 2:11 pm

    Yum! This dip should be on my Christmas entertaining table for sure! 😀

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 19, 2015 at 3:32 pm

      Thank you! I will definitely be repeating this recipe. It stays nicely for quite a while so it’s perfect when I have to attend several functions. Enjoy your weekend!

      Reply
  15. lapetitepaniere says

    December 18, 2015 at 10:38 am

    Julie, that dip looks absolutely scrumptious. A perfect combination. Thank you so much for bringing this dip to the Fiesta Friday this weekend! 🙂 Have a wonderful weekend!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 18, 2015 at 10:50 am

      Thank you Linda! It is delicious. Thank you for hosting this week!

      Reply
  16. FrugalHausfrau says

    December 17, 2015 at 10:51 pm

    Wow, both dips sound spectacular, but I am a sucker for caramelized onions! And bacon – that bacon looks so good! I wish I had me some onions right now, haha! 🙂

    Reply
    • FrugalHausfrau says

      December 17, 2015 at 10:54 pm

      And I forgot to say, thanks for bringing this over to Throwback Thursday!! 🙂

      Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 18, 2015 at 10:18 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  17. pattisj says

    December 16, 2015 at 10:24 pm

    Sounds like another winning recipe, Julie. I like red wine vinegar, so this truly appeals to me.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 16, 2015 at 10:35 pm

      Thank you Patti. It WAS very good.

      Reply
  18. chef mimi says

    December 16, 2015 at 5:02 pm

    Nice! I’m surprised the recipe didn’t list balsamic vinegar! Or even a little sugar.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 16, 2015 at 10:36 pm

      Thank you! I really did think about using balsamic vinegar and was surprised that no sugar was used too. They would make delicious changes. It was really very good though.

      Reply
      • chef mimi says

        December 17, 2015 at 11:58 am

        I wasn’t picking on the recipe, just surprised because caramel iced onions usually have something to help with the caramelization. But I love vinegar, so I’d make it the same way. Plus, maybe you don’t want any sweetness in this dip…

        Reply
        • Julie Menghini says

          December 17, 2015 at 9:24 pm

          No, I totally agrees with your observations and appreciate your visiting and commenting. I think the balsamic and the sweetness would be delightful in this dip.

          Reply
  19. Loretta says

    December 16, 2015 at 11:58 am

    Oh this dip looks wonderful Julie, and the caramelized onions must definitely give it such a wonderful boost, I can just imagine all those flavors melding in so beautifully. Thanks for sharing your recipe.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 16, 2015 at 10:37 pm

      Thank you Loretta! I had several onions from a visit to Costco that need to get used so this recipe was right on time for me!

      Reply
  20. Linda says

    December 16, 2015 at 10:21 am

    Caramelized onions have got to be one of THE BEST things on the planet…hands down…and making a dip out of them just pushes it way over the top!! I’ve got quite a few recipes for dips but I am so adding this one to my repertoire!! Thanks Julie (and Martha!) 🙂 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 16, 2015 at 10:38 pm

      Thank you Linda! It is just crazy how onions taste so different when caramelized. I just love them on so many things. I don’t really follow Martha, but maybe I should!

      Reply
  21. cookingwithauntjuju.com says

    December 16, 2015 at 6:05 am

    Love caramelized onions and love bacon so I know I would love this dip! Just signed up for Bakin’ with Bacon at Zingerman’s during Camp Bacon here in June. We’ll be making all kinds of goodies!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 16, 2015 at 10:40 pm

      Thank you Judi. I looked at your post on caramelizing onion while I was making this. I didn’t say how far to go but it was evident that they just went golden. Camp Bacon? That sounds like so much fun!

      Reply
  22. Lynz Real Cooking says

    December 15, 2015 at 7:57 pm

    This sounds really yummy Julie!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 15, 2015 at 11:18 pm

      Thanks Lynz!

      Reply
      • Lynz Real Cooking says

        December 16, 2015 at 12:10 am

        Wow sounds so good

        Reply
  23. apuginthekitchen says

    December 15, 2015 at 7:09 pm

    Saw this on facebook, it looks fantastic!! I love onion dip, add bacon and it’s irresistible.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 15, 2015 at 11:19 pm

      Thank you Suzanne! It is really good, and I loved it on the baked potatoes.

      Reply
  24. Johanne Lamarche says

    December 15, 2015 at 2:50 pm

    OMG such a temptation Julie! Looks fabulous.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 15, 2015 at 4:43 pm

      Thank you Johanne! Did you get your cookies baked?

      Reply
      • Johanne Lamarche says

        December 15, 2015 at 8:25 pm

        Still procrastinating

        Reply
  25. Jenny says

    December 15, 2015 at 10:19 am

    This sounds great! Perfect timing for all the holiday get-togethers coming up!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      December 15, 2015 at 4:44 pm

      Thank you Jenny! It makes a bunch too!

      Reply

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