Homemade Onion Soup Mix With Simple Ingredients

Let’s be honest: those store-bought onion soup mix packets are convenient, but once you try this homemade onion soup mix, you’ll never go back. Fresher flavor, no mystery ingredients, and totally customizable—it’s the perfect dry onion soup mix replacement for everything from dips to roasts.

I keep a jar of this homemade onion soup mix in my pantry year-round. It’s my go-to flavor hero for quick dips, an easy burger seasoning, or for adding a boost to soups and stews.

What makes this version special? A balance of flavorful onion, roasted garlic, smoky paprika, and a touch of brown sugar that really brings out the flavor. And unlike store-bought packets, you control the salt and avoid additives.

Once you try this easy onion soup seasoning recipe, you’ll wonder how you ever cooked without it.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Quick and easy: 5 minutes to prepare, no cooking required.
• Better taste: Fresh spices and seasonings without fillers.
• Versatile: Works in dips, stews, soups, burgers, and much more.
• Economical: Cheaper than buying envelopes over and over again.

Variations and substitutions

• Use vegetable or mushroom broth for a vegetarian substitute for onion soup mix.
• Add chili flakes for a spicy version.
• Add dried parsley or dill for a herbaceous touch.
• Swap roasted garlic powder for regular garlic powder for a deeper flavor.
• Use unsalted broth to make it low in sodium.

Perfect for

This homemade onion soup mix recipe is perfect for weeknight meals, camping trips, and holiday gatherings. Add it to a roast, whip up a dip in seconds, or toss it into potatoes before roasting for irresistible flavor.

It also makes a thoughtful homemade gift: fill small jars, label them, and give them as part of a kitchen-themed gift basket.

Optional side dishes and upgrades

• Dried parsley or chives
• Crushed red chili flakes
• Flaked sea salt

Tips for success

• Run it through a spice grinder for a finer texture, perfect for dips.
• Double or triple the amount so you always have it on hand.
• Mix it with sour cream and mayonnaise for a quick onion soup dip.
• Use it on burgers for an instant flavor boost.

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup dried chopped onion
• 3 teaspoons of onion powder
• 2 teaspoons of roasted garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons of beef bouillon granules (or mushroom broth for a vegetarian version)
• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon of celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon of brown sugar (optional)

Preparation

1. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients.
2. Stir until evenly mixed.
3. Transfer the mixture to an airtight jar or spice container.
4. Label it with the name and date; it keeps for up to 6 months.
5. Use 3 tablespoons to replace one store-bought packet.