Air Fryer Onion and Cream Dip

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Packed with rich, creamy and umami flavors, this Air Fryer onion and cream dip will become your next favorite teammate to chips.

super delicious Air Fryer onion and cream dip

Whether you’re planning to host a little party at home or are looking for an easy potluck recipe, this dip is sure to become a total crowd pleaser.

Best of all, it comes together in under 15 minutes, and is completely irresistible.

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Ingredients For the Recipe
How to Make the Air Fryer Onion and Cream Dip
Frequently Asked Questions
Tips & Tricks to Make the Air Fryer Onion and Cream Dip
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Ingredients For the Recipe

You’ll need just a few simple ingredients to make the Air Fryer onion and cream dip.

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Small onions (peeled and cleaned): 12-15
Oil: 1 tbsp
Smoked paprika: ¼ tsp
Mixed Italian herb seasoning: 1 tbsp
Chili flakes: ½ tsp
Salt: ½ tsp
Pepper: ¼ tsp
Mayonnaise: ½ cup
Cream: 2 tbsp
Salt and pepper: As per taste

How to Make the Air Fryer Onion and Cream Dip

Got all the ingredients ready? Here’s what you’ll need to do next to make the Air Fryer onion and cream dip.

Pre-heat the air fryer.

take small onions and coat it with the spices

Take a small mixing bowl. Add in the onions and oil. Coat the onions with the oil.

Next, add in all the spices one by one.

Use a spoon to mix the onions with the spices.

Air fry the onions at 180℃ for 10-12 minutes.

Once the onions are cooked, mash them with a spoon or fork.

Take another mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise, cream, and the mashed flavorful onions.

spicy Air Fryer onion and cream dip ready to enjoy

Mix everything together, adjust salt and pepper, and enjoy with bread sticks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Else Can I Add to the Air Fryer Onion and Cream Dip?

In addition to everything that I used, you can also add a dash of garlic powder or mushroom powder into the dip mixture. This will intensify the savory, umami flavors of the dip.
You can also add a light drizzle of soy sauce into the dip to deepen the color and to balance out the sweetness of the caramelized onions with the savory saltiness.

How Do I Store the Leftovers?

Your leftover dip can stay fresh for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. Remember to use an airtight container to store it, and you should be good.

Tips & Tricks to Make the Air Fryer Onion and Cream Dip

Ready to try this easy recipe? You might want to take note of these little tips and tricks too.

I used a mix of mayonnaise and cream to make the base for the dip, but if you want to make it healthier, you can also use some Greek yogurt instead.
If you’re using Greek yogurt remember to choose the unflavored and unsweetened variety.
I would recommend using full fat Greek yogurt for this recipe, as it lends the best results and makes the dip super creamy and flavorful.
Sour cream can also be a good addition to the dip, and can lend it that much needed tanginess.
Cream cheese is another excellent ingredient to consider adding to the dip.
If you don’t have an Air Fryer, you can replicate the same recipe and make the caramelized onions for the dip in a pan instead.
To help the flavors of the dip develop and deepen, allow the dip to sit in the refrigerator for 24 hours before you serve it.

Serving Ideas & Suggestions

This Air Fryer onion and cream dip tastes insanely delicious when paired with chips, nachos and almost any other crunchy snack.

It also tastes amazing when you team it up with some fried chicken, fried fish or even just some classic French fries.

Enjoyed this easy dip recipe? You might want to try out some more of these easy dips and condiment recipes.

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