Smoked Gouda Onion Dip (Print version)

Warm, creamy blend of smoked Gouda and caramelized onions in a tangy sour cream base, topped with fresh chives for irresistible snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1.5 cups smoked Gouda cheese, grated
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup sour cream

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

→ Seasonings & Flavorings

07 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ For Serving

12 - Tortilla chips or assorted fresh vegetables

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
02 - In a medium skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and heat until shimmering.
03 - Add finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent and beginning to caramelize.
04 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes more, being careful not to burn. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
05 - In a large mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
06 - Add grated smoked Gouda, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and salt to the dairy mixture. Mix until thoroughly combined.
07 - Fold in sautéed onions and garlic, plus 2 tablespoons chopped chives, mixing well to incorporate.
08 - Transfer mixture to an oven-safe baking dish and spread evenly.
09 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbling, and golden on top.
10 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with additional chives if desired.
11 - Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh-cut vegetables.

# Tips from the pros:

01 -
  • It tastes like something from a fancy gastropub but comes together in under an hour with pantry staples.
  • The smoked Gouda gives it a campfire richness that makes everyone ask what the mystery ingredient is.
  • Leftovers (if there are any) reheat beautifully and taste even better the next day.
02 -
  • Don't skip cooling the onions and garlic before folding them in, or the heat will cause the cream cheese to break and turn grainy.
  • Grate your own Gouda instead of buying pre-shredded, the anti-caking agents in bagged cheese can make the dip gritty and prevent it from melting smoothly.
03 -
  • Use a young smoked Gouda for the best melt, aged versions can get oily and grainy when baked.
  • Stir the dip halfway through baking to redistribute the heat and ensure an even, golden top.
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