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Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip (Paleo, Whole30, Keto)

February 4, 2016 by Jean Choi 12 Comments

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This Whole30 and keto caramelized onion and bacon dip is so addicting and makes a perfect game day snack. It’s completely dairy free, but you’ll never know by how creamy is it!

Caramelized onion and bacon dip

When it comes to paleo Super Bowl snacks or game day recipes, one of my favorites is always dips with chips or veggies. I just love creamy dairy free dips and, when done right, they are so addicting that I’m just parked next to them for the whole night.

It’s not always easy to make Whole30 dips that resemble the ones with actual cream cheese or cheddar, but this keto bacon dip is definitely a winner and even your dairy-loving friends will rave about it.

Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip Recipe

This ultra flavorful caramelized onion and bacon dip recipe is so addicting, slightly spicy, and just so wonderful. You can really taste the fantastic crunchiness from the bacon and green onions within the creaminess of the dip. It has quickly become one of my favorite paleo Super Bowl snacks to serve and it always disappears quickly.

Keto bacon dip
delicious and easy Paleo super bowl snacks

How to Make Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip

I love that you don’t even need to turn on the oven for this Whole30 and keto bacon dip. There are two main components to this recipe, onions and bacon, and they are both cooked in the skillet.

  1. First, make sure to soak the cashews so they are plump and soft. This will give that creamy, velvety texture to the dip.
  2. Make bacon bits by pan frying the bacon. Then, make caramelized onions by cooking raw onions in the rendered bacon fat. Cooking them in bacon fat imparts SO much flavor to this dish so don’t skip on this!
  3. Make the creamy base by blending cashews, mayonnaise, and the rest of the spices until smooth.
  4. In the last step, you’ll combine the blended cashews with bacon and caramelized onions. I love having yummy crunchy textures in this dish to go along with the dairy free cream base!

If you want to make this dip ahead of time, you can either heat it up in the oven or in the microwave. The dip does thicken a bit once chilled but it will still be good. If you want more of a cheesy texture, I recommend you heating it up.

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What to Serve With Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip

This Whole30 dip goes with just about any savory. These are some of my favorite things to serve this dip with:

  • carrots
  • celery
  • cucumber
  • cauliflower florets
  • broccoli florets
  • radish slices
  • keto bread slices
  • grain free crackers
  • grain free tortilla chips
  • plantain chips

Keep in mind that you’ll want to eat this dairy free dip with vegetables if you are doing the Whole30 challenge.

What else do you like to enjoy with your dip? Share your ideas in the comments below!

Other recipes you might love…

I have several Whole30 dips and dairy free dips on my blog that I love, so I hope you check them out!

  • Paleo Crab Dip (Whole30, Keto)
  • Whole30 Buffalo Chicken Dip (Paleo, Keto)
  • Paleo Dill Pickle Dip
  • The Best Guacamole Ever (Paleo, Whole30, Keto, Vegan, AIP Option)
  • Refreshing Blueberry Salsa (Paleo, Whole30, Low Carb, Vegan)

Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip (Paleo, Whole30, Keto)

This Whole30 and keto caramelized onion and bacon dip is so addicting and makes a perfect game day snack. It's completely dairy free, but you'll never know by how creamy is it!
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Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dairy free dips, game day appetizer, keto bacon dip, keto dips, paleo super bowl snacks, whole30 dips, whole30 game day
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cashew soaking time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 256kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 slices thick-cut sugar free bacon chopped
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 1/2 cup raw cashews soaked in water for at least 1 hour
  • 1/2 cup paleo mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 2 tbsp almond milk or any non-dairy milk
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne (optional)
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish.

Instructions

  • Before cooking, make sure to soak the cashews for 1 hour to overnight.
  • Heat a skillet to medium heat. Cook chopped bacon until they are brown and crispy, about 10 minutes
  • Remove the bacon bits with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pan.
  • Add the onions into the pan and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 20 minutes stirring occasionally until the onions are caramelized. Remove from heat.
  • Combine cashews, mayo, nutritional yeast, almond milk, apple cider vinegar, onion powder, crushed red pepper, salt, and cayenne in the food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Place in a bowl, then add bacon bits and caramelized onions and mix well.
  • Sprinkle with green onions, and serve with chips, crackers, and/or sliced vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip (Paleo, Whole30, Keto)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving – about 1/4 cup)
Calories 256 Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 16mg5%
Sodium 309mg13%
Potassium 178mg5%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 111IU2%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 14mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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By Jean Choi | February 4, 2016

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  1. Natalie LeShea says

    June 8, 2017 at 10:43 am

    5 stars
    Sounds great! What is the serving size for this recipe?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      June 8, 2017 at 4:13 pm

      I don’t like to specify servings sizes because we all eat different portions according to our body, our activity level, and if we are eating something as a snack or a meal. This recipe makes about 1 1/2 cup of dip so I can estimate about 6-8 servings. Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
      • Natalie LeShea says

        June 14, 2017 at 11:34 pm

        Thanks for the insight! Is this dip best served warm or cold?

        Reply
        • Jean Choi says

          June 15, 2017 at 6:47 am

          I suggest warm or room temperature!

          Reply
  2. Christine Powell says

    January 23, 2018 at 3:47 pm

    Dip sounds great but your attitude towards the game isn’t good. I understand about Patriots, it’s time for another team to be in the big game. But the eagles???? Cut them a break….Fly eagles fly!!!!!!! The Patriots era is over….Go Birds

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      January 23, 2018 at 4:04 pm

      Hi there, this post was written in 2016 and I believe the Broncos and the Panthers were in that game. Also, I grew up in NJ and NY so my loyalty lies in the Giants or the Jets. I don’t have any hard feelings towards other teams (maybe a bit towards the Patriots lol.. but who doesn’t?) but I don’t get crazy excited for the Super Bowl unless it’s one of those teams playing. Hope that clears up my sentiment. Hope you enjoy the dip!

      Reply
  3. Cheryl B. says

    June 30, 2018 at 8:55 am

    You didn’t specify what to soak the cashews in.

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      June 30, 2018 at 12:49 pm

      Water!

      Reply
  4. Heidi says

    November 4, 2018 at 7:07 am

    Can this be done with something other than cashews? I am allergic to cashews, but not other nuts. This looks so good!!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      November 4, 2018 at 8:00 am

      I think you can try with pine nuts, sunflower seeds or even cooked cauliflower. I can’t guarantee results though. You may want to add a bit more fat with those options because cashews have a higher fat content. Let me know how it goes!

      Reply
  5. Mandy says

    February 2, 2020 at 2:23 pm

    5 stars
    Very tasty! So easy to throw together and made the house smell sooo good! Cooked Bacon + Sautéed Onions = 💗

    Reply
  6. Lori says

    February 2, 2020 at 4:37 pm

    Dip was a hit at Super Bowl LIV. Especially the spice (heat)

    Reply

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