Smoked Gouda & Onion Dip (Printable)

Warm, creamy smoked Gouda dip with caramelized onions and garlic, baked until golden and bubbly for entertaining.

# What Goes In:

→ 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

# How to Make It:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The smoked Gouda adds a rich, campfire-like depth that sets this miles apart from standard onion dips.
  • It bakes up bubbly and golden, so you get that irresistible contrast between creamy center and crispy edges.
  • You can make it a day ahead and just pop it in the oven when guests arrive, leaving you free to enjoy the party.
02 -
  • Caramelizing the onion properly is the secret to deep, sweet flavor, so do not rush this step even if it takes a few extra minutes.
  • Grating your own Gouda instead of buying pre-shredded cheese makes a huge difference in melt quality and taste.
  • Letting the dip rest after baking prevents burns and allows the flavors to settle into harmony.
03 -
  • Taste the mixture before baking and adjust the salt and pepper, because once it is in the oven, you have lost your chance to tweak.
  • Use a shallow baking dish instead of a deep one to maximize the golden, bubbly surface everyone loves.
  • If the top browns too quickly, tent the dish loosely with foil for the last few minutes of baking.
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