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cheese and onion dip

Smoked Cheesy Caramelized Onion Appetizer Recipe


  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes

Description

Look no further for the perfect recipe to serve at your next cookout. This Traeger smoked cheesy caramelized onion dip is a crowd-pleaser! You can even smoke the cream cheese alongside the onions for an extra dimension of flavor!


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups Vidalia onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cubes
  • 1/4 cup diced chives
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2/3 cup sour cream or greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the smoker to 350°F.
  2. Mix onions, butter, salt, and pepper in an aluminum pan or grill-safe basket.
  3. Place the pan on the grill and smoke for 30 minutes.
  4. Stir onions and cook for 20 to 30 more minutes until onions are soft and golden brown.
  5. Add the cream cheese and cheddar cheese to the pan and lower the temp to 185°F. Cook for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the mixture combines.
  6. Stir in the remaining ingredients and cook for 15-20 more minutes until the dip is heated.
  7. Serve with crackers, bread, or veggies and enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour, 40 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ounce
  • Calories: 180kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 233mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 43mg