Smoked Gouda & Onion Dip (Printer-Friendly)

Smoky Gouda, caramelized onions, and cream cheese baked into a warm, bubbly appetizer. Serve with chips or vegetables.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1½ 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 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
10 - ½ teaspoon salt
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ For Serving

12 - Tortilla chips or assorted fresh vegetables

# Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F
02 - In a medium skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and heat until shimmering
03 - Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes until translucent and starting to caramelize
04 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes more, taking care not to burn. Remove from heat and let cool slightly
05 - In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth
06 - Add the grated smoked Gouda, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and salt. Mix until thoroughly combined
07 - Fold in the sautéed onions and garlic, plus 2 tablespoons of chopped chives, mixing well
08 - Transfer the 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 the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with additional chives if desired
11 - Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh-cut vegetables

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Rich and smokey flavor from the grated Gouda cheese.
  • Bubbly, golden, and creamy texture when baked.
  • Vegetarian-friendly appetizer suitable for 8 servings.
  • Versatile serving options including tortilla chips and fresh vegetables.
02 -
  • Sauté the onions until they are translucent and just beginning to caramelize for maximum sweetness.
  • Beat the cream cheese and sour cream until perfectly smooth before adding the cheese to avoid lumps.
  • Allow the dip to rest for the full 10 minutes after baking to help the texture set before serving.
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