A favorite Old Fashioned Clam Dip recipe and rendition of Grannies Homemade Clam Dip is easy to make and a family favorite for dipping chips and veggies. A favorite appetizer for parties, Thanksgiving, Christmas and of coarse your net potluck.
Grannies Clam Dip isn't actually her recipe since she passed away before I had the opportunity for her to share it with me but my version of a dip she made often for a weekend snack served with ruffled potato chips and lots of veggies.
It was as much a staple in our home as Puff Pancakes and Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. It was always a favorite and never lasted long enough.
I choose to name it Grannies Clam Dip since I knew it would pass the test of her picky palate and when I think of Clam Dip I always think of her clam dip.
Some people idol a celebrity or super hero but to me my Grannies is the one I admire.
She was amazing, strong, loving and kind.
Granny set the foundation for my love of the kitchen with all the amazing recipes she served.
Her heart was as beautiful as they come with patience I can only hope will come with age. She was always so unselfish and giving in every way imaginable!
She spent endless hours helping me grow into the person that I am today.
With that said I hope you enjoy the recipe for Grannies Clam Dip as my family does.
Here's how I make my recipe for Clam Dip:
In a heavy duty skillet add:
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 2 cups Diced Sweet Onions
- 2 tablespoons Shallot
Cook these bad boys over medium-low heat until onions are caramelized.
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
At this point the boys started gathering in the kitchen telling me something was smelling AMAZING!
Beat 4 ounces of Room Temperature Cream Cheese until smooth and creamy. Scrape sides and bottom of bowl well.
Add:
- 2 cups Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 1/4 teaspoon Celery Salt
- 1/8th teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Or To Taste
Scrape sides and bottom of bowl well.
Add:
- Caramelized Onions
- 13 ounces Drained Minced Clams
- 1 tablespoon Clam Juice
- 1 tablespoons Minced Chives
Mix until well combined and refrigerate until cold or overnight to allow the flavors to develop.
Garnish with additional chives.
Serve Homemade Clam Dip with lots of chips with ridges, carrots, broccoli, cucumbers and any other favorite veggies.
Just for the record even LJ who's not a big fan of clams gave his stamp of approval and devoured half the bowl while playing a game of keep away from his little brother.
This recipes for you Granny, you may be gone but you will never be forgotten. Your memory lives on in the food we eat, recipes we enjoy and memories we make. You were an amazing women! Even though you never met the kids I know they know you through me and you smile down from heaven watching them grow.
And to all the other wonderful Grandparents out there Happy Grandparents Day! Thank your for all you do! You have a huge impact on our future generations and are a wealth of knowledge!
You might like these other favorite Dip Recipes:
- Spinach Dip From Scratch
- Dill Smoked Salmon Dip
- Hot Crab Dip
- Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Hot Seafood Artichoke Dip
- Chili Queso Dip Recipe
Yield: 12
Grannie Clam Dip Recipe
A favorite rendition of Grannies Homemade Clam Dip recipe is easy to make and a family favorite for dipping chips and veggies. A favorite appetizer for parties from Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch.
Prep time: 3 H & 5 MCook time: 20 MinInactive time: 6 HourTotal time: 9 H & 25 M
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 2 cups Sweet Onions, Diced
- 2 tablespoons Shallots, Diced Fine
- 4 ounces Cream Cheese, Room Temperature
- 2 cups Sour Cream Or Greek Yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 1/4 teaspoon Celery Salt
- 1/8th teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Or To Taste
- 13 ounces Canned Minced Clams Drained
- 1 tablespoon Clam Juice Reserved
- 1 tablespoon Chives, Minced Plus More For Garnish
Instructions
- In a heavy duty skillet heat over medium-low heat butter, onions, and shallots. Cook until onions are caramelized and very fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Scrape sides and bottom of bowl well.
- Add sour cream, worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, celery salt and cayenne pepper. Mix until well combined and scrape bowl well.
- Stir in caramelized onions, canned clams and chives until well combined.
- Refrigerate until cold or overnight.
- Serve with chips and desired veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
174.66Fat
12.29 gSat. Fat
6.47 gCarbs
6.64 gFiber
0.35 gNet carbs
6.29 gSugar
3.33 gProtein
9.66 gSodium
462.73 mgCholesterol
55.31 mgThe nutritional information and metric conversions are calculated automatically. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of this data. If this important to you, please verify with your favourite nutrition calculator and/or metric conversion tool.
©2015 Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch
16 comments
You had me at hello with Clam Dip! I have not made it in some time, and this recipe is perfect for football season!
Thank you!
A beautiful tribute to your grandmother. I think this sounds absolutely delicious.
Your grandmother sounds like a terrific role model. And I'm sure she would adore your clam dip--I know I'd love it!
This so reminds me of my youth too! I love the Ruffles with it -- those were a treat Grandma gave us once in a while. Your grandmother sounds wonderful! Great post and I love this dip!
This looks like a dip my grandma used to make too!
What a great story and your Grannies Clam Dip looks out of this world. I could eat the whole recipe.
Hi Serena -- I just love clam dip and will have to try this
Oh my gosh! You have brought back wonderful memories of my Great Grandmother. She always made clam dip for New Years Day. It brought a tear to my eye, but still a sweet memory. I love your more modern twist on clam dip.
This looks very yummy! I haven't had clam dip in ages; guess I need to change that asap!!
I'm not sure I have ever had clam dip but this sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing the recipe and your memories of your grandmother.
I love clam dip. It was something my mom always had around on holidays!
I've never heard of clam dip! But it looks like a great game night snack.
I’ve tried lots of clam dip recipes. Trying to approach the taste of my grandma’s. Yours is the one.
So excited I came across your recipe! Love clam dip and your addition of the caramel used onions and shallots. Yum! Can’t wait to make it!
This dip is sooooo good! Easy to make and a crowd pleaser for sure!!! Love this recipe! Thanks for sharing
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