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My Tennessee Onion Dip is a family party legend. Everyone always begs me to bring it, and for good reason. The sweet onion flavor baked with gooey cheese and seasonings is absolutely irresistible!
Tennessee Onion Dip Ingredients
- Onions: Sweet Vidalia onions are a MUST!
- Cream Cheese: Make sure it’s room temperature so it mixes well.
- Cheeses: The combination of the cheddar and smoked Gouda cheese really highlights the flavor of the onion!
How to Make Tennessee Onion Dip
I’m warning you, if you make this once, you’ll be in charge of bringing it to every game day and get together after! Luckily, it’s easy to whip up, and the flavor is insanely good.
- Soften the Onions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large oven safe skillet, melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 2 large chopped Vidalia onions and cook until soft and tender, about 15 minutes.
- Combine: Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the mayo, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded smoked gouda cheese. Stir to combine.
- Bake: Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly. Garnish with chopped parsley for garnish and serve with crackers, crostini, potato chips, or bread.
Alyssa’s Pro Tip
Chopped onions are the perfect size for dipping! Cook them just long enough until soft and tender. There’s no need to caramelize the onions because this Tennessee onion dip is DELICIOUS without that step! But, if you’re looking for a caramelized onion dip, you’ll love this one!
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large oven-safe skillet, melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 2 large chopped sweet onions and cook until soft and tender, about 15 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat and add 1 cup mayonnaise, 4 ounces softened cream cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 cup shredded smoked gouda cheese. Stir to combine.
Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with crackers, crostini, or bread.
Storing Leftovers
- In the Refrigerator: Place any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. This Tennessee onion dip does not freeze well.
- To Reheat: Reheat in the microwave or oven on low heat until the cheese is melted.
Calories: 593kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 16gFat: 55gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 939mgPotassium: 176mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 813IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 447mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More Delicious Dip Ideas
I am a huge fan of dips! If you are a fan of this Tennessee onion dip, you’re going to love these other dip ideas I have for you! Check out all of my satisfying appetizers here.
