Easy to make with just 4 ingredients and no cooking involved, this Sour Cream and Onion Dip is a must for any party. Creamy and delicious, this homemade chip dip is made for dipping!

up close sour cream and onion dip in a bowl garnished with chives and chips.

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Why We Love This Sour Cream and Onion Dip Recipe

Let’s be honest, you can never have enough dip recipes, and when they are this easy and delicious, it’s a no-brainer! This homemade chip dip is seriously one of the easiest recipes on The Cookie Rookie, but it makes such a great addition to any appetizer spread.

  • Easy. With just 4 everyday ingredients, this dip is super simple to make, but so addictive!
  • No Cooking. Any recipe that doesn’t require you to turn the oven on is a win in my book!
  • Crowd-Pleaser. This is a great app to serve friends and family. It’s perfect for game day!

Variations on Homemade Chip Dip

I prefer to use full-fat sour cream, cream cheese, and mayo for this dip, but you can use reduced fat if you prefer. You could also swap the sour cream for plain or Greek yogurt for a healthier option.

sour cream and onion dip in a small bowl on a platter of potato chips.
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How to Store

This sour cream and onion dip will keep well in the fridge for around 3 days, but it’s doubtful it will last that long! Keep it covered with plastic wrap or in a sealable container to keep it fresh. It’s such a perfect make-ahead app.

It’s best not to freeze it as sour cream can become quite grainy when thawed.

Serving Suggestions

No surprise here, this homemade chip dip is perfect to serve with…. chips! Classic potato chips, crunchy tortilla chips, baked sweet potato chips, or crispy wonton chips are all great choices. It has the perfect scoopable consistency whilst not being too heavy.

It’s great with crudite too, or use it as a dip for fries or spread on to your favorite burger or sandwich.

A potato chip being dipped into sour cream and onion dip.

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Recipe Card

Sour Cream and Onion Dip Recipe

4.50 from 14 votes
Prep: 5 minutes
Chill: 30 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Author: Becky Hardin
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This sour cream and onion chip dip is perfect in its simplicity. So much fresh and tastier than store-bought and it takes minutes to whip up a batch. Happy dipping!
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Ingredients 

  • 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature (½ brick)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise

Instructions 

  • Mix the cream cheese until smooth then add the onion powder and stir until combined.
    4 ounces cream cheese, 1 teaspoon onion powder
    how to make chip dip
  • Then add the sour cream and mayonnaise and stir to combine.
    1 cup sour cream, ½ cup mayonnaise
    how to make chip dip
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes then serve with your favorite chips.
    white bowl filled with white dip for chips

Becky’s Tips

  • For a garlic dip, simply swap the onion powder for garlic powder.
  • Soften the cream cheese before using so it’s easy to make smooth. I like to take mine out of the fridge at least 30 minutes before I plan to make this dip.
  • Nutritional values are based on one cup of the dip.
    Storage: Store sour cream and onion dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep refrigerated and don’t leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
    Calories: 800kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 6gFat: 84gSaturated Fat: 31gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 146mgSodium: 630mgPotassium: 261mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1514IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 190mgIron: 1mg

    Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

    Did you make this? Leave a comment!

    How to Make Sour Cream and Onion Dip Step by Step

    Mix the Cream Cheese: Mix 4 ounces (½ brick) of room temperature cream cheese until smooth, then add 1 teaspoon of onion powder and stir until combined.

    how to make chip dip

    Add the Sour Cream and Mayo: Add 1 cup of sour cream and ½ cup of mayonnaise and stir to combine.

    chip dip in a bowl.

    Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for 30 minutes then serve with your favorite chips.

    white bowl filled with white dip for chips.

    Meet Becky Hardin

    Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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