Smoked Gouda Onion Dip (Printable)

Warm, creamy smoked Gouda and caramelized onion dip, baked until golden and topped with fresh chives.

# What You'll 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

# Step-by-step Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The smoked Gouda gives you all the campfire richness without leaving your kitchen, and it plays beautifully against the sharp tang of sour cream.
  • It bakes into a bubbly, golden crust that crackles just enough when you scoop it, making every chip feel like a little treasure hunt.
  • You can make it a day ahead and slide it into the oven right before guests show up, which means less stress and more time to actually enjoy your own party.
02 -
  • Don't skip softening the cream cheese completely or you'll end up with stubborn lumps no amount of stirring will fix.
  • Let the onions actually caramelize, those extra few minutes of cooking make the difference between good and unforgettable.
  • If you're making this ahead, cover and refrigerate unbaked, then add 5 to 10 extra minutes to the bake time since it's going in cold.
03 -
  • Grate the Gouda yourself from a block, pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that can make the dip grainy instead of smooth.
  • Taste the mixture before baking and adjust the salt and pepper, it's much easier to fix now than after it comes out of the oven.
  • Use a shallow baking dish instead of a deep one to maximize that golden, bubbly top everyone fights over.
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