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Blooming Onion Dip Recipe

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This Bloomin’ Onion Dip recipe is a creamy, flavorful appetizer combining tangy cocktail onions with a rich blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise, topped with a crunchy seasoned panko breadcrumb crust. It’s perfect for parties or casual gatherings, offering a delicious balance of creamy and crispy textures with a hint of spice.

Ingredients

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Breadcrumb Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Dip Ingredients

  • 16 ounce jar cocktail onions, drained well
  • 8 ounce block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 Tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 Tablespoon white granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon horseradish
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare onions: Chop the drained cocktail onions into smaller bite-sized pieces and set aside for mixing into the dip.
  2. Toast breadcrumbs: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add 1 cup panko breadcrumbs along with ½ teaspoon each of onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Stir continuously until the breadcrumbs turn golden brown. Remove the toasted breadcrumbs to a bowl.
  3. Set aside half of breadcrumbs: Transfer half of the toasted breadcrumbs to a separate bowl; these will be used as a topping later.
  4. Make the dip base: To the remaining breadcrumbs in the bowl, add 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 1 cup sour cream, ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon horseradish.
  5. Season the dip: Add ½ teaspoon each of onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, black pepper, ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (if using), and 1 teaspoon dried parsley along with the chopped cocktail onions to the mixture.
  6. Mix the dip: Using a hand mixer, blend all the dip ingredients thoroughly until smooth and well combined.
  7. Chill if needed: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. If not serving immediately, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  8. Top and serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the reserved toasted breadcrumbs over the dip and garnish with a little extra dried parsley. Enjoy your Bloomin’ Onion Dip!

Notes

  • For best flavor and texture, toast the breadcrumbs until they are golden but not burnt.
  • If preparing ahead, keep the dip refrigerated and add the breadcrumb topping just before serving to maintain crunchiness.
  • The cayenne pepper is optional and can be adjusted depending on your preferred spice level.
  • Use fresh cocktail onions for the characteristic tangy flavor, but ensure they are well drained before chopping.
  • Hand mixing helps achieve a smooth consistency, but you can also fold gently for a chunkier texture.

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