Ditch the store-bought dip packets and make your own sour cream and onion dip instead! It’s fresh, cost-effective, delicious, and an absolute crowd-pleaser. Made with just a handful of simple, easy-to-find ingredients, it’s the perfect dip to whip up for all of your parties and gatherings!

A bowl of homemade French Onion dip garnished with fresh chives and 4 potato chips sitting in the dip.

This sour cream and onion dip (also commonly referred to as French Onion dip) is wildly delicious and incredibly easy to make. It’s perfect for any gathering (think: Super Bowl party, birthday party, etc.) or even just for a movie night at home. It’s also WAY healthier than the store-bought tub of French Onion dip, and even includes a little punch of protein thanks to the addition of Greek yogurt!

Looking for more appetizer dip recipes? We’ve got a bunch of really delicious ones. This Jalapeño Popper Dip is loaded with cheese, bacon, and spicy jalapeños, this easy Buffalo Chicken Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, and this creamy Blue Cheese Dip is especially delicious next to a big batch of buffalo chicken wings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • It’s easy – this recipe is SO EASY! All you have to do is add the ingredients to a bowl, mix them together, and refrigerate.
  • It’s a crowd-pleaser – who doesn’t love chips and dip?! This beloved sour cream and onion dip is as classic as it gets.

Sour Cream and Onion Dip Ingredients

You’ll need a handful of ingredients for this recipe, all super simple and easily accessible. If you plan on making this dip often, I recommend buying some of the seasoning in bulk so that you’ve got it on hand when you need it! Find ingredient notes (including substitutions and swaps) below.

All of the ingredients needed to make fresh homemade French Onion dip measured and stored in different sized bowls.
  • Greek yogurt – the addition of Greek yogurt in this recipe gives it an extra punch of protein. We used full-fat Greek yogurt, but any plain Greek yogurt you like will work great.
  • Dehydrated onion – different than onion powder, the dehydrated onion (oftentimes called minced onion) gives the dip it’s classic texture. You can find minced onion in the spice aisle of the grocery store, likely close to the onion and garlic powder.

A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Recipe Variations and Modifications

  • Make it dairy-free – this recipe has a very dairy-heavy base, so making it dairy-free calls for a few major substitutions. If you can find dairy-free yogurt and sour cream (both exist, but may be tricky to find), those will work perfectly. If you can find ONE of those (either dairy-free yogurt or dairy-free sour cream) but not the other, you can use an equal amount of mayonnaise in place of the component you can’t find.
  • Make it gluten-free – this recipe is 100% gluten-free as-is. Another perk of going homemade!

How to Make Sour Cream and Onion Dip

As mentioned above, this sour cream and onion dip is INCREDIBLY easy to make. Follow along below for the full, super easy how-to.

A bowl of Greek yogurt, sour cream, and all of the seasonings needed for homemade French onion dip.
A bowl of Greek yogurt, sour cream, and all of the seasonings needed for homemade French onion dip, and a person using a spoon to stir the ingredients together.

Step 1: Add the sour cream, yogurt, Dijon mustard, dehydrated onion, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt to a bowl.

Step 2: Mix the ingredients together until well combined.

Fresh, homemade French onion dip stirred together completely.
A large bowl of French onion dip garnished with fresh chives and surrounded by potato chips.

Step 3: Let the sour cream and onion dip rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Step 4: Garnish with chives, serve with chips, and enjoy!

Recipe Tips

  • Mix the dip really well to break up any seasoning clumps!
  • Refrigerate the dip for about 30 minutes ahead of serving to allow the flavors to combine, the dehydrated onion to soften, and the dip to firm up a bit.

How to Serve

Serve your sour cream and onion dip alongside potato chips and/or fresh, crunchy veggies. Be prepared for the bowl to be, essentially, licked clean before the night is over!

How to Store

If you have leftovers (heavy on the if here), simply store the dip covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You may need to stir the dip to reincorporate it before digging in!

A large bowl of French onion dip garnished with fresh chives and surrounded by potato chips, and a person scooping some dip with a potato chip.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chips go well with this dip?

Classic potato chips work great here. We love these Boulder Canyon chips cooked in avocado oil.

Can this dip be made ahead of time?

This dip can definitely be made 1-2 days in advance! Just wait to add the chive garnish until you’re ready to serve so that you can give the dip a quick stir when it comes out of the fridge.

What can I serve with sour cream and onion dip besides chips?

Fresh, crunchy veggies and pretzels would also make for delicious dippers, and this dip is also REALLY yummy as a spread on burgers or sandwiches.

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Sour Cream and Onion Dip

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Prep: 10 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Ditch the store-bought dip packets and make your own sour cream and onion dip instead! It's fresh, cost-effective, delicious, and an absolute crowd-pleaser. Made with just a handful of simple, easy-to-find ingredients, it's the perfect dip to whip up for all of your parties and gatherings!

Ingredients  

  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon dehydrated chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons fresh chives, for garnish *See Note 1

Instructions 

  • Mix the sour cream, greek yogurt, dijon, chopped onion, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl.
  • Let the dip rest in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with the chives and enjoy! 

Recipe Notes

*Note 1: can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried chives instead

Nutrition

Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 161mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 101IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Additional Info

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 38
Keyword: sour cream and onion dip

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