Smoked Gouda and Onion Dip (Printable)

Warm, creamy blend of smoked Gouda, sour cream, and golden caramelized onions, baked until bubbly and topped with fresh chives.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Directions:

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 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 the garlic. 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 Tips:

01 -
  • The smoked Gouda gives it a deep, mellow richness that feels fancy but comes together in under an hour.
  • It bakes up bubbly and golden, filling your kitchen with the kind of aroma that makes everyone wander in asking whats cooking.
  • You can prep it a day ahead and just slide it into the oven when guests arrive, no last minute stress.
02 -
  • Dont rush the onions, low and slow caramelization makes all the difference between bland and deeply flavorful.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is truly soft before mixing or youll end up with lumps that wont smooth out no matter how much you stir.
03 -
  • Grate the Gouda yourself instead of buying pre shredded, it melts smoother and tastes fresher without the anti caking agents.
  • If the top is browning too fast, tent the dish loosely with foil for the last few minutes of baking.
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