French Onion Soup Dip Recipe

Name: French Onion Soup Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 Spanish onions, sliced thinly; Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper; 1/2 cup beef stock; 1/2 beef bouillon cube; 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon finely minced fresh thyme; 1 1/2 cups sour cream; 1/2 cup cream cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped chives; 1 lemon, zested; 12 baguette crostini

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 Spanish onions, sliced thinly
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1/2 cup beef stock
1/2 beef bouillon cube
1 teaspoon sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon finely minced fresh thyme
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup cream cheese
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1 lemon, zested
12 baguette crostini

1
In a medium pot, heat the olive oil and add the onions.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Cook over medium heat until the onions start to brown, then reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring often, until the onions are caramelized; this will take between 30 and 40 minutes.
4
Add the beef stock and bouillon cube and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed into the onions.
5
Stir in the sherry vinegar and thyme and season with salt and pepper.
6
Transfer to a medium bowl and set aside to cool completely.
7
Add the sour cream and cream cheese to the onion mixture and stir to combine.
8
Place the dip in a serving bowl and top with the chives and lemon zest.
9
Serve with the crostini.

371

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 Spanish onions, sliced thinly, Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, 1/2 cup beef stock, and more.

Yes, French Onion Soup Dip falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

French Onion Soup Dip

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Variations & substitutions

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