Celery Boats with Caramelized Onion Dip
Never worry about double dippers again with these crispy, fresh celery boats. These easy-to-make snacks are perfect for stuffing with dips, and this homemade caramelized onion dip is a must-try! Made with sweet caramelized onions, cream cheese, smoked paprika, soy sauce, and fresh black pepper, this creamy dip pairs perfectly with crunchy celery.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy – Just a few ingredients and simple steps.
- Perfect for Game Day – A crowd-pleaser at any party.
- Healthy & Delicious – A low-carb snack packed with flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh celery, cut into 3-inch sticks
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced onions. Cook until caramelized (about 15-20 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, smoked paprika, soy sauce, and black pepper.
- Fold in the caramelized onions and mix until well incorporated.
- Fill each celery stick with the onion dip.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy!
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Tips for the Best Celery Boats
- Use fresh, crisp celery for the best crunch.
- Make ahead: Prepare the dip in advance for easy assembly.
- Pair with other dippers like crackers or carrot sticks for variety.

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Celery Boats with Caramelized Onion Dip

Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
35 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.25lb. Dandy® Celery Sticks bag
- 1 large onion, sliced into 1/8-inch rings
- 8oz. cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Heat a large saute pan over medium heat, add the oil, and heat until shimmering. Once hot, add the onion rings. Saute over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently. Continue to stir and cook until onion rings are soft and golden brown in color; remove from heat. Set aside to cool.
- In the meantime, add the cream cheese to a medium bowl. Stir in the soy sauce, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Set aside.
- The onion rings should be cool enough to handle and chopped to a fine dice. Add the caramelized onions to the cream cheese mixture and stir to combine.
- To fill the celery, use a knife and spread across the celery canal, leaving 1/2-inch room at the thicker end for easy pick up.
- The leftover dip can be refrigerated in an airtight container for about a week.
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