Southern 3-Ingredient Baked Onion Dip

This 3‑ingredient baked onion dip is the kind of dish that vanishes at church potlucks and neighborhood gatherings before you can even set the spoon down. It leans on a classic Southern trick: start with a humble pantry staple (condensed soup), add plenty of cheese, and let the oven do the rest. The result is a bubbling skillet of sweet onions wrapped in a creamy, ultra-cheesy base with golden, caramelized edges. Simple, quick, and guaranteed to spark those “I can’t believe it’s only three ingredients!” conversations.

Serve it piping hot, straight from the cast iron skillet, with sturdy dippers like thick-cut potato chips, toasted baguette slices, buttery crackers, or warm pita wedges. For balance, add a crunchy veggie tray—celery sticks, bell pepper strips, carrot coins. At potlucks, pair with cold salads and iced tea; on game day, serve alongside wings, ribs, or pulled pork sandwiches.

🧅 Southern Baked Onion Dip

📝 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Preheat Oven
   Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place a small cast iron skillet (6–8 in) on a sheet pan to catch bubbling overflow.
2. Mix Ingredients
   In a bowl, combine chopped onion, shredded cheddar, and condensed soup. Stir until evenly mixed.
3. Bake
   Transfer mixture to skillet, smoothing into an even layer. Bake uncovered 25–35 minutes until bubbling, golden brown, and caramelized at the edges.
4. Rest & Serve
   Let sit 5–10 minutes to thicken slightly. Serve warm, directly in the skillet, with your favorite dippers.

✨ Gooey, golden, and irresistibly simple—this dip proves that the best potluck recipes don’t need fuss, just three ingredients and a hot oven.