Description
Bloomin’ Onion Dip is a creamy, flavorful appetizer inspired by the famous bloomin’ onion dish. It combines a rich mixture of cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and a blend of spices with chopped cocktail onions and crispy toasted panko breadcrumbs for a perfect balance of texture and taste. Ideal for parties, game days, or casual gatherings, this dip is best served chilled and topped with golden, seasoned breadcrumbs for an irresistible crunch.
Ingredients
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Breadcrumb Topping
- 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Dip Base
- 16 ounce jar cocktail onions, drained well and chopped
- 8 ounce block cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons ketchup
- 1 Tablespoon white granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon horseradish
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the onions: Chop the cocktail onions into smaller, bite-size pieces and set them aside. This will add the signature onion flavor and texture to the dip.
- Toast the breadcrumbs: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add panko breadcrumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir continuously until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and transfer to a bowl.
- Divide the breadcrumbs: Transfer half of the toasted breadcrumbs to a separate bowl; these will be used later as a topping for the dip.
- Combine the dip ingredients: In the bowl with the remaining breadcrumbs, add softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, ketchup, sugar, horseradish, additional onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper (if using), dried parsley, and chopped onions. Use a hand mixer to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Chill the dip: Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. If not serving immediately, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld and to keep chilled.
- Add the final touch and serve: Just before serving, top the dip with the reserved toasted breadcrumbs and a sprinkle of dried parsley for crunch and garnish. Enjoy with your favorite dippers!
Notes
- To keep the breadcrumbs crispy, add them just before serving instead of mixing them into the dip.
- You can adjust the level of cayenne pepper to control the heat of the dip.
- Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Bloomin' Onion Dip, appetizer dip, creamy dip, party dip, cocktail onion dip, panko breadcrumb dip
