Today’s Recipe
We first shared this creamy herb and onion dip alongside our knækbrød recipe, but it deserves its own spotlight—especially during the holidays. It’s quick to prepare and works perfectly as an appetizer or snack. Serve it with store-bought chips or crackers, or try homemade crackers for a special touch. This dip is crowd-pleasing, easy to scale, and ideal for gatherings.
Dip Formula
A great dip follows a simple formula: a creamy base, a bold flavor element, seasoning, and a fresh or crunchy finishing component. For this recipe the base is sour cream and cream cheese (you can substitute Greek yogurt), the bold flavors come from caramelized onion, garlic powder, and lemon juice, and fresh dill and parsley add brightness. Salt and pepper balance the flavors. Follow this framework and you can easily adapt the dip to your tastes.
Ingredients
The ingredient list is intentionally short and approachable: onion, butter for cooking, sour cream, softened cream cheese, fresh dill and parsley, garlic powder, lemon juice, and salt and pepper. You can swap sour cream for Greek yogurt, add a touch of mayo if you prefer, or fold in chopped cucumber for extra crunch. Use lime instead of lemon if you like a slightly different citrus note.
Instructions
This dip is straightforward but benefits from a little patience. Caramelizing the onion develops sweetness and removes the raw bite. Once the onion is soft and lightly browned, combine it with the creamy base and herbs, taste and adjust the seasoning, then chill if you’re not serving immediately. The result is a smooth, flavorful dip that pairs well with crackers, chips, or crisp vegetables.
Herb and Onion Dip
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
We develop recipes using a digital scale and metric measurements (grams and milliliters). Cup measurements may vary. Our testing is done in a convection (fan) oven where applicable.
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- 225 grams sour cream
- 115 grams cream cheese, softened
- 4 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 4 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Soften the cream cheese to room temperature so it mixes smoothly.
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Peel and finely chop the onion.
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Heat butter in a pan over medium heat and cook the onion, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. If needed, add a little water to help soften the onion. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
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Wash and finely chop the dill and parsley.
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Place sour cream and softened cream cheese in a bowl and stir to combine. Whisk briefly if you prefer a smoother texture.
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Stir in the chopped dill and parsley, garlic powder, lemon juice, and salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Mix thoroughly until the herbs are evenly distributed and the texture is uniform.
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Fold in the cooled caramelized onions and combine gently so the onion is evenly incorporated.
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Refrigerate if not serving immediately to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled or at cool room temperature. Enjoy!
