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    Last Modified: Feb 28, 2024 by Tara Gerner 18 Comments

    The Best Hot Swiss Onion Dip

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    This creamy hot onion dip recipe is made from caramelized sweet onions, tart Swiss cheese, and a creamy base. It's simple, quick, and easy to put together, baked in the oven, and perfect for crostini, vegetables, potatoes, crackers, or chips. It's the best dip for any party, game day, potluck, or picnic. You're going to love it!

    a crostini with gooey hot onion dip with swiss cheesePin

    Okay, before I tell you the recipe, I have to tell you where it came from.
    My friend, Tyler, is six. He hates onions.

    Tyler's family and mine were at the pool recently, and he offered to share his Swiss Onion Dip with me. He said, "It's okay if you don't like onions, you can't taste them." and gave me a Wheat Thin with dip on it.

    It was delicious.

    It was so delicious that I asked his mother for the recipe, right there next to the pool.

    I was surprised to find out that Swiss Onion Dip is made with frozen onions. I had never purchased frozen onions since I have perfectly good fresh ones sitting in my kitchen, but that's what the recipe requires.

    I've also tried to make this recipe with fresh onions, chopped fine and sautéed until they are caramelized. It was good that way, too.

    Actually, I don't know which one I prefer, the frozen or the fresh onions. It's so tasty both ways. It's like your children. You love them both, but you love them different.

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    Why this is the best hot onion dip

    This easy recipe for hot onion dip only has 5 ingredients (plus salt & pepper), so it's so simple and quick to put together.

    This hot onion dip is slightly tangy with a creamy base of mayonnaise and Swiss cheese.

    I typically make this in oven, but you can also pop it in the microwave for 5-8 minutes. That makes it even quicker!

    This recipe is low carb and good for keto diets.

    What you'll need to make hot onion dip with Swiss cheese

    EQUIPMENT

    You'll need a large 12-inch skillet to sauté and caramelize the onions, and then a smaller baking dish to cook the dip in the oven.

    INGREDIENTS

    hot onion dip ingredientsPin

    See printable recipe card at the bottom of the page for measurements and nutritional information.

    • Butter
    • Large onions - I recommend using Vidalia onions, but you could use any white or yellow onion that you prefer. You'll chop these.
    • Salt
    • Shredded Swiss cheese - This is primarily what gives the dip its tangy flavor. You could substitute with mozzarella, cheddar, or any shredded cheese, although whatever cheese you use will change the flavor significantly.
    • Mayonnaise - This gives the dip its creamy texture and complements the Swiss cheese nicely. If you can't use mayo for some reason, try sour cream, although that too will change the flavor. Don't try Greek yogurt as the lack of fat will leave the dip dry.
    • Mustard - You're just going to use a tiny amount of mustard to give the dip a more complex flavor.
    • Ground black pepper - This is optional but adds something. I don't skip it.

    How to make the best hot Vidalia onion dip

    1. Preheat oven to 325º.
    2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
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    3. When the butter is all melted, add the onions and salt and sauté, turning every 5 minutes or so.
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    4. If the onions begin to stick, add a tablespoon or two of balsamic vinegar and scrape up the brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Your onions are done once they are browned and very soft. This can take up to 30 to 45 minutes.
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    5. Mix together the onions, shredded Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, and black pepper in a large bowl.
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    6. Spoon the onion and cheese mixture into a small casserole dish.
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    7. Bake at 325 for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
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    8. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
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    9. This recipe works well as a dip for crostini, crackers, pita chips, potato chips, tortilla chips, pretzels, or raw veggies. It can also be used as a topping for potatoes or cooked veggies.
      serve with crostini, crackers, or fresh veggiesPin

    Tips for the best hot onion dip

    This recipe requires mayonnaise, not Miracle Whip. I love Miracle Whip on sandwiches, but it does not work in this recipe.

    To prevent the cheese from becoming oily, make sure your oven temperature stays at 325ºF and no hotter.

    Why are my caramelized onions burning and not caramelizing?

    If your onions burn instead of caramelizing, your stove is turned up too high. To caramelize onions properly, you will need to use a heavy skillet like cast iron or heavy stainless steel with the heat at medium-low. If they’re browning too fast, turn the heat down, add a tablespoon of water and let them go low and slow. If they’re already burnt, throw them out! They will make the dip bitter and gross.

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    Hot onion dip variations

    You can add a can of lump crab meat or shredded chicken to this dip to make it heartier. Add it when you mix all the ingredients.

    You can add a couple of tablespoons of minced jalapeños when you sauté the onions to give the dip a spicy kick.

    If you like spinach, you can add some frozen thawed spinach that has been squeezed dry. Add this when mixing all the ingredients.

    You can add a bit of chopped artichoke hearts when you mix the ingredients together.

    Storing leftover hot onion dip

    You can transfer this to an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for 3-5 days. Or, you can wrap the baking dish in plastic wrap and keep that in the fridge for 3-5 days.

    You can either reheat the dip in the microwave or in the oven at 300ºF.

    hot onion dip with swiss cheese in a white baking dish, surrounded by crostini and carrot sticksPin

    Try these other delicious dips while you're here:

    • Cream Cheese Garlic Dip
    • Italian Hoagie Dip
    • Hot Taco Dip
    • Cowboy Caviar
    • Mild Frank's RedHot Buffalo Chicken Dip
    • Frank's RedHot Buffalo Chicken Dip in the Instant Pot
    • Quick & Easy Pizza Dip Recipe
    • Spicy Baked Brie with Apricot Jam
    • Cheesy Skillet Corn with Bacon
    • Mexican Corn, Black Bean, and Avocado Salsa
    • Buffalo Cheese Ball
    • Healthy Cold Onion Dip
    • Homemade Veggie Dip
    • Creamy Veggie Dip

    Recipe

    a crostini with gooey hot onion dip with swiss cheese

    Hot Onion Dip with Swiss Cheese

    This creamy hot onion dip recipe is made from sweet caramelized onions, tart Swiss cheese, and a creamy base. It's simple, quick, and easy to put together, baked in the oven, and perfect for crostini, vegetables, potatoes, crackers, or chips. It's the best dip for any party, game day, potluck, or picnic. You're going to love it!
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 1 hour hr
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Condiment, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 people
    Calories 188 kcal

    Equipment

    • 12-inch skillet

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 tablespoons butter
    • 3 large onions chopped
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 3 cups Swiss cheese
    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • 1 tablespoons mustard
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper optional

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 325º.
    • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. When the butter is all melted, add the onions and salt and sauté, turning every 5 minutes or so. If the onions begin to stick, add a tablespoon or two of balsamic vinegar and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Your onions are done once they are browned and very soft. It can take 30 to 45 minutes.
    • Mix together the onions, shredded Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, and black pepper and spoon into a small casserole dish.
    • Bake for 30 minutes.
    • Works well as a dip for crostini, crackers, chips, or raw veggies or as a topping for potatoes or cooked veggies.

    Notes

    Alternate instructions with frozen onions:
    1. Replace fresh onions with one bag of frozen chopped onions (plain, no sauce). 
    2. Thaw onions.
    3. Mix all ingredients together and bake at 325º for 30 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 425mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 325IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 224mg | Iron: 1mg
    Keyword cheese, dip, mayo, mayonnaise, onions, swiss cheese
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    1. lana says

      August 04, 2008 at 6:51 pm

      This sound so good. I don't see why you would have to do frozen. It absolutely escapes me.

      Thanks for posting!

      Reply
    2. lana says

      August 05, 2008 at 2:51 am

      This sound so good. I don't see why you would have to do frozen. It absolutely escapes me. Thanks for posting!

      Reply
    3. Lisa@BlessedwithGrace says

      August 04, 2008 at 7:05 pm

      Well, I guess it is dip day, for you and me. I love this sound of this. I agree with Lana, fresh should be good.
      It is like the old story about the young bride who cooks the large ham. She cuts it, and places half in the pan and and leave the end out of the pan, not cooking it. Hubby asks her why she did this. "I don't know,that is how my mom does it." She calls mom, and mom says the same thing, "I don't know, that is how my mom always did it." The mother then calls the grandmother and asks why you cut the end off before cooking it. The grandmother says, "Well, I never had a pan big enough to cook the whole ham. So, I had to cut it in half". There you have it. Thanks for joining in.

      Reply
    4. Lisa@BlessedwithGrace says

      August 05, 2008 at 3:05 am

      Well, I guess it is dip day, for you and me. I love this sound of this. I agree with Lana, fresh should be good. It is like the old story about the young bride who cooks the large ham. She cuts it, and places half in the pan and and leave the end out of the pan, not cooking it. Hubby asks her why she did this. "I don't know,that is how my mom does it." She calls mom, and mom says the same thing, "I don't know, that is how my mom always did it." The mother then calls the grandmother and asks why you cut the end off before cooking it. The grandmother says, "Well, I never had a pan big enough to cook the whole ham. So, I had to cut it in half". There you have it. Thanks for joining in.

      Reply
    5. Deanna says

      August 04, 2008 at 9:29 pm

      Putting it on potatoes? That sounds delish! I am going to have to try that!

      Reply
    6. Deanna says

      August 05, 2008 at 5:29 am

      Putting it on potatoes? That sounds delish! I am going to have to try that!

      Reply
    7. Heather @ Not a DIY Life says

      August 05, 2008 at 3:57 am

      If you plan ahead, you can chop up your onions a day or so before and freeze them. I have started freezing onions because of the dang humidity here. When I buy a bag, I cannot use them all before they start to sprout. So I take time to chop and freeze, and voila! I have onions for my recipes for several weeks!

      Reply
    8. Heather @ Not a DIY Life says

      August 05, 2008 at 11:57 am

      If you plan ahead, you can chop up your onions a day or so before and freeze them. I have started freezing onions because of the dang humidity here. When I buy a bag, I cannot use them all before they start to sprout. So I take time to chop and freeze, and voila! I have onions for my recipes for several weeks!

      Reply
    9. Lady Why says

      August 05, 2008 at 4:52 am

      We love all things onion around here so this is a definite 'must try'! Thanks!

      Reply
    10. Lady Why says

      August 05, 2008 at 12:52 pm

      We love all things onion around here so this is a definite 'must try'! Thanks!

      Reply
    11. Mark Salinas says

      August 05, 2008 at 10:57 am

      Yummy! I like! 🙂

      Reply
    12. Mark Salinas says

      August 05, 2008 at 6:57 pm

      Yummy! I like! 🙂

      Reply
    13. Stacey says

      August 06, 2008 at 10:27 am

      I've neve bought or used frozen onions either. I'm sure you can substitute. My only question would be whether the frozen ones are partially cooked. The recipe sounds yummy!

      Reply
    14. Stacey says

      August 06, 2008 at 6:27 pm

      I've neve bought or used frozen onions either. I'm sure you can substitute. My only question would be whether the frozen ones are partially cooked. The recipe sounds yummy!

      Reply
    15. Kim says

      August 07, 2008 at 1:15 pm

      I agree with just about everyone else...don't see why you couldn't use fresh. I would, however, look at a package of frozen onions to see what their weight is and then using that measurement weigh out yours to almost the same amount.

      Let us know if it works!

      Thanks for posting this recipe. I'm jotting it down now!

      Reply
    16. Kim says

      August 07, 2008 at 9:15 pm

      I agree with just about everyone else...don't see why you couldn't use fresh. I would, however, look at a package of frozen onions to see what their weight is and then using that measurement weigh out yours to almost the same amount. Let us know if it works!Thanks for posting this recipe. I'm jotting it down now!

      Reply
    17. Diane says

      June 01, 2024 at 12:33 pm

      I buy onions and bell peppers on sale while in season chop and freeze for winter or anytime. It's great and saves time cooking.
      Your can buy at the store already frozen.

      Reply
    18. Debbie says

      February 14, 2025 at 6:23 pm

      5 stars
      made it as instructed. Perfect. I will make it again.

      Reply

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