Homemade Onion Soup Mix Recipe (Copycat Lipton Onion Soup Mix)

Name: Homemade Onion Soup Mix Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: ¼ cup onion flakes; 2 tbsp powdered beef bouillon granules; ¼ tsp onion powder; ¼ tsp paprika; ¼ tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp black pepper; ½ tsp celery seed

Amazing onion soup mix without too much salt, additives or gluten. Great to make soup and dip.

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This homemade onion soup mix recipe comes together in just 5 minutes and only uses a few simple ingredients. It is flavorful and versatile, and can be used to make soup, dip, meatloaf or as the secret ingredient in many other family favorite dinners. This homemade pantry staple tastes so much better than store-bought packets of lipton soup mix, and the best thing, it doesn’t contain any unwanted additives. Therefore, no matter if you are using this spice blend as instant soup mix or dip mix, it will turn every dish into a delicious crowd-pleaser.

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little white pot full of onion soup mix on a wooden board with a hand dipping a wooden spoon into it

What is Onion Soup Mix?

This beefy onion mix for soup and dips consist of only a few household staples, such as onion flakes, beef bouillon granules, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, pepper and celery seed. It can be used to make delicious onion soup or mixed with a container of sour cream for amazing French onion dip.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: flavorful and versatile beefy onion soup mix that makes delicious soup, dip and more
Main Ingredients: onion flakes, powdered beef bouillon granules, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, celery seed
Cooking Method: no bake
Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time
Pairs well with: crusty white bread, cheesy bread, salad
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free (if used beef bouillon is gluten free)
Special Equipment Needed: small bowl, small whisk

pot of onion soup mix with a wooden spoon on a wooden board

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this homemade onion soup mix recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this onion soup mix replacement recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Onion Soup Mix Ingredients

¼ cup onion flakes
2 tablespoon powdered beef bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon celery seed

Variations and Substitutions

Onion Flakes: Their size may vary depending on the brand you are using, but all of them work great. Alternatively, they are sometimes called dehydrated onion.

Beef Bouillon: The color of your bouillon granules will determine the color of your soup. If your bouillon is lighter or yellower your soup will be lighter as well. It will still taste delicious! You can also substitute chicken bouillon granules in a pinch.

Herbs: In case you like to add some herbs to your soup mix, we recommend dried parsley. Moreover, you can add some dried chives, which will enhance the onion flavor.

Thicken: In case you like your soup slightly thickened, add 1 teaspoon of corn starch to your mix.

unmixed beefy onion soup mix ingredients

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you loved this homemade onion soup mix recipe, try using it for our amazing Sour Cream And Onion Dip. You’ll love it because it only uses 2 ingredients and tastes great with vegetables and chips.

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix your own homemade onion soup seasoning mix.

Instructions

This section shows how to make this homemade onion soup mix recipe, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

MIX SPICE: Firstly, add all the spices to a dry glass mixing bowl and then whisk until blended. Afterwards use directly in a recipe or store in an airtight container or spice jar until ready to use.

mixed up onion soup seasoning in a white pot with a wooden spoon, some mix spilled on a wooden board

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love rich French onion flavor then you’ll love Stef’s French Onion Chicken Skillet. It is a delicious one-pan meal consisting of juicy chicken breasts nestled in rich and thick onion gravy, topped with melted cheese!

Stef says….

Another amazing soup that tastes so much better homemade is Tomato Soup. It is so easy to make with bold flavors that stand up to any grilled cheese.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best substitute for onion soup mix.

Tip: Make sure your spices are fresh. Older spices often lose their flavor. In case your spices are discolored or have lost their aroma, toss them and buy new ones.
Tip: Measure amounts carefully to create the perfect combination of flavors.
Tip: Store replacement for onion soup mix in a dry, airtight container, so it stays fresh for a long time.

What To Serve With French Onion Soup

Bread: Serve this scrumptious soup with crusty bread or soft dinner rolls. Our Garlic Bread is made with fresh parmesan cheese and store-bought french bread. If you have extra time make Pizza Dough Garlic Knots.

Traditionally onion soup is served with cheesy bread. Have you tired our Air Fryer 3 Cheese Bombs or Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks?

Salad: Pair homemade onion soup with a fresh salad. A green salad like our amazing Italian Salad or Strawberry Avocado Salad. Or even a Caprese Salad with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil.

More Homemade Spice Blend Recipes

It is surprisingly easy to make the most delicious homemade spice blends with pantry staples that you probably already have at home. They are so much better than store-bought versions. Here are some of our favorite seasoning blends:

How To Store

Room Temperature: In case you are not using your substitute for onion soup mix right away, store your own spice blend in an air-tight container, ziploc bag, small mason jar, glass jar or other tightly sealed container until ready to use. We recommend keeping your own onion soup mix in a dry place such as a spice rack or a dark place such as a spice cabinet or spice drawer. If the spices you used for this recipe were fresh, the beefy onion dry soup mix will last for up to 6 months.

close up of white pot with onion soup seasoning, a hand holding a wooden spoon into it

Andrea says….

There is nothing better than a steaming bowl of this yummy French onion soup with a side of Cheesy Garlic Rolls with Bacon.

Common Questions

How do I store spices to keep them fresh longer?

We recommend storing common spices as well as diy blends in an airtight container in a dry, dark spot like a spice cabinet. It is important to protect spices from direct sunlight, to prevent discoloration.

Is homemade dry onion soup mix gluten free?

It can be! As a matter of fact, that depends on the beef bouillon granules you are using. If the powdered beef broth you are using is gluten free, then the finished dry soup mix will be gluten free as well.

Why is homemade substitute French onion soup mix better than a store-bought packet of onion soup mix?

Mixing your own onion soup mix substitute gives you the opportunity to know exactly what is in your spice blend. With this diy version you can control the salt content, make sure there are no unwanted additives or gluten. A store-bought packet of lipton onion soup mix on the other hand contains a number of unwanted addititves, such as caramel color, yeast extract, soy sauce, high oleic sunflower oil, corn syrup, disodium guanylate or disodium inosinate, for example.

How do I make French onion soup with this substitute for onion soup mix?

Simply add a batch of this easy recipe to a medium saucepan, then add 4 cups of water, bring to a boil and let simmer for about 10 minutes.

Can I use this lipton soup mix substitute for other recipes besides classic French onion soup?

Of course. You can make all your favorite recipes that call for an envelope of dry onion soup mix with this homemade seasoning blend. Simply replace a packet of soup mix with one batch of homemade beefy onion soup mix to make meatloaf, rice pilaf and other great recipes.

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