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Bloomin Onion Dip is inspired by the flavors of the famous Outback appetizer but made into a creamy, cheesy, onion-y dip topped with breadcrumbs!A BOLD & SAVORY DIPI cant be the only one who cant get enough of the Bloomin Onion from Outback, right?! Its crunchy, onion-y with a touch of spice. We are taking all those same flavors and putting them in a creamy, crunchy dip form. No oil fryers necessary! This kind of appetizer dip is perfect for potlucks, parties, and of course, serving on game days to family and friends. It is so unique and always a huge hit!FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:I cant find these onions, what else can I use? So, I tested this recipe a few different ways. The original recipe that I had seen used pickled white onions, but, I couldnt find those anywhere. However, I could easily find cocktail onions, so I went with those instead. You could go with pickled onions if you can find them. The ones I did see online were spicy and I wasnt sure if I wanted to go that route. But if you wanted to try them, you could if you can find them sold near you. You could maybe even make your own pickled white onion. I wouldnt use red onion because it will turn this whole thing pink in color (unless you dont mind that.) Or, you could just saut some freshly sliced onions as well in place of the cocktail onions.I think you could use frozen cocktail onions too. Just thaw them out first and drain any excess moisture (set them on some paper towels.) Would this be a good dip for onion rings? I think this would be great served as a dip for onion rings. You could just leave out the onions altogether and then just dip the onion rings right in it. Theres so many ingredients, can I skip anything? I know, I know, it does seem like a lot of ingredients, but its mostly a ton of seasoning. Trust me, they work perfectly together, so I wouldnt skip anything if you really want to capture that Bloomin Onion taste. It is really thick and so delicious! How to serve this dip? This dip is great with crackers, chips, or veggies. This dip would be great on sandwiches, wraps, or burgers. Can I make this ahead of time? Yup. You can make this the day before.Dont forget to cover and refrigerate. Can I make this in a Slow Cooker instead? You can place this in a slow cooker on low for 1-2 hours and then change it to warm.You gotta be so careful with creamy dips though because they can curdle. Can I make this more or less spicy? You can adjust the seasonings if you like a spicier dip or use less spice for a less spicier dip. How to store leftover dip? You can keep the dip covered in the fridge for up to3-4 days in an appropriate airtight container. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)unsalted butterpanko breadcrumbs these really bring the crunch we want to simulate the crunchy coating of the Bloomin Onion.onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, pepper and saltcocktail onions these are what I could find easily and what I tested this recipe with. If you want to try a different option, I shared another one I was trying to get in the FAQ (Frequently Asked Question) section above.cream cheese if you forgot to pull out your cream cheese ahead of time, dont fret, you can use these Tips to Soften Cream Cheese Quicker.sour cream I know this ingredient can drive some people crazy because you love it or hate, but it really is a necessary component here. Its part of what really brings that Bloomin Onion flavor. You cant skip it, or it wont have the right flavor. mayonnaise someone is going to say they dont like sour cream or mayonnaise. I dont ever really know how to respond because these ingredients are central to most creamy dips (even my husband who hates sour cream loves this dip ha!) All I can say is to use whatever you would normally use as a substitute. To me, this combination is central to making this dip taste so good.ketchupwhite granulated sugarhorseradish this is in the Blooming Onion sauce at Outback. A lot of people dont realize thats a key ingredient in the dip but it is. It gives a touch of spiciness. You could leave it out, but again, your losing some of that unique flavor.oreganocayenne pepper this is an optional ingredient that brings a touch of heat like the Outback Bloomin Onion sauce has.HOW TO MAKE BLOOMIN ONION DIP:Chop up the cocktail onions into smaller bite size pieces. Set aside. In a skillet over medium heat, add the butter.Once melted, add the breadcrumbs and dried seasonings. Stir around until the breadcrumbs are golden brown. Remove the breadcrumbs from the skillet to a bowl.Transfer half of the breadcrumbs to a bowl.To the bowl, add the remainder of the ingredients, excluding the parsley. Use a hand mixer to combine the ingredients. Transfer the dip to your serving bowl.Top the dip with the remainder of the breadcrumbs and the parsley.CRAVING MORE RECIPES?Fried Pickle DipHot French Onion DipMillion Dollar DipMississippi Sin DipPoolside DipPontoon DipOutback Steakhouse Baked Potatoes PrintBloomin Onion DipAll the things you love about the fried Bloomin' Onion from Outback Steakhouse, but in a dip form.Course AppetizerCuisine AmericanPrep Time 15 minutes minutesCook Time 5 minutes minutesTotal Time 20 minutes minutesServings 8Calories 286kcalAuthor Brandie SkibinskiIngredientsBreadcrumb Ingredients3 Tablespoons unsalted butter1 cup panko breadcrumbs teaspoon onion powder teaspoon garlic powder teaspoon paprika teaspoon black pepper teaspoon saltDip Ingredients16 ounce jar cocktail onions, drained well8 ounce block cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream cup mayonnaise2 Tablespoons ketchup1 Tablespoon white granulated sugar1 teaspoon horseradish teaspoon onion powder teaspoon garlic powder teaspoon paprika teaspoon oregano teaspoon black pepper teaspoon salt teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)1 teaspoon dried parsleyInstructionsChop up 16 ounce jar cocktail onions, drained well into smaller bite size pieces. Set aside. In a skillet over medium heat, add 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter. Once melted, add 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir around until the breadcrumbs are golden brown. Remove the breadcrumbs from the skillet to a bowl. Transfer half of the breadcrumbs to a bowl.To the bowl, add 8 ounce block cream cheese, softened, 1 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 Tablespoons ketchup, 1 Tablespoon white granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon horseradish, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper and 1 teaspoon dried parsley. Use a hand mixer to combine the ingredients. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl.Top the dip with the remainder of the breadcrumbs and a little more dried parsley. NotesPlease refer to my FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.NutritionCalories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 21g | Sodium: 537mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g

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