Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip

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This dip combines sweet caramelized onions with crisp smoky bacon and creamy sour cream to create a rich and flavorful appetizer option. Slowly cooking the onions until golden unlocks their natural sweetness, balancing the saltiness of the bacon. Mixing these with sour cream adds a smooth, tangy finish. Ideal for parties or casual snacking, it can be enjoyed with chips or veggies and chilled to meld the flavors perfectly.

Updated on Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:20:00 GMT
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A rich, savory dip featuring sweet caramelized onions, smoky bacon, and creamy sour cream—perfect for parties and casual gatherings.

I first served this at a family gathering and it was an instant hit with everyone.

Ingredients

  • Vegetables: 2 large yellow onions, finely diced
  • Meats: 8 oz (225 g) bacon, chopped
  • Dairy: 2 cups (480 g) sour cream

Instructions

Step 1:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crisp, about 8 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the pan discard excess.
Step 2:
Add diced onions to the pan with the reserved bacon fat. Cook over medium low heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are deeply golden and caramelized, about 20 25 minutes. Cool slightly.
Step 3:
In a medium bowl, combine caramelized onions, crisp bacon, and sour cream. Mix well until fully incorporated.
Step 4:
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve with chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
Smoky bacon bits and sweet onions blend beautifully in this easy Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip. Save
Smoky bacon bits and sweet onions blend beautifully in this easy Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip. | fryflick.com

This dip always brings my family together around the table and starts great conversations.

Notes

For a lighter dip, use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream. Add fresh chives or parsley for extra flavor and color.

Required Tools

Large skillet, Slotted spoon, Mixing bowl, Knife and cutting board

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (sour cream). Contains pork (bacon). Gluten-free if ingredients are certified always check product labels.

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This caramelized onion and bacon dip is sure to be your new favorite appetizer at every gathering.

Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip

Savory blend of caramelized onions, smoky bacon, and creamy sour cream, perfect for any gathering.

Prep duration
15 min
Cook duration
30 min
Complete duration
45 min
Created by Olivia Parker


Complexity Easy

Heritage American

Output 8 Portions

Dietary guidelines No gluten

Components

Vegetables

01 2 large yellow onions, finely diced

Meats

01 8 ounces bacon, chopped

Dairy

01 2 cups sour cream

Method

Phase 01

Cook bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crisp, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the pan and discard the excess.

Phase 02

Caramelize onions: Add diced onions to the skillet with reserved bacon fat. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until onions turn deeply golden and caramelized, about 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool slightly.

Phase 03

Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix caramelized onions, crisp bacon, and sour cream until fully incorporated.

Phase 04

Chill before serving: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

Tools needed

  • Large skillet
  • Slotted spoon
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife and cutting board

Allergy details

Review ingredients carefully for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance if uncertain.
  • Contains dairy from sour cream.
  • Contains pork from bacon.
  • Gluten-free if all ingredients are certified; confirm product labels.

Nutrition breakdown (per portion)

Values shown are estimates only - please consult healthcare providers for specific advice.
  • Energy: 210
  • Fats: 17 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Proteins: 6 g