Million Dollar Dip

This is best and easiest dip to make for all your parties including game day and holidays. It is full of bacon, cheese and mayonnaise for the best dip recipe. Family and friends will love it. This simple ingredients gives it so much flavor.

I love how creamy this dip is and how everything blends perfectly together. The entire recipe is so simple and really fast. It is the BEST dip for parties, game night or just a snack during the week. We also make Queso Fundido and this Best Mexican White Cheese Dip Recipe anytime we have friends over.

What is Million Dollar Dip?

This Million Dollar Dip Recipe is an addicting dip that you must make for all your parties and holiday gatherings. It takes minutes to prepare and only requires a few ingredients.

This mayonnaise base dip is loaded with cheese, bacon bits, green onions and sliced almonds. We like to add in a little minced garlic for added flavor. Serve this savory dip in a large mixing bowl with your favorite cracker for a crowd pleasing appetizer.

We love making dips for all our parties. It is a great way to gathering around with friends and family. Once you make this dip, you will see what it is called Million Dollar Dip.

Check out this other delicious Pimento Cheese Dip Recipe, Taco Dip Recipe, Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip , or Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe.

Why is it Called Million Dollar Dip?

This Million Dollar Dip was originally called Neiman Marcus Cheese Dip and served in Helen Corbitt s cookbook by Helen Corbitt from the 1950s. This was originally created to be used as a Almond, Bacon, Cheese spread but then it was served as a dip in the Zodiac Room a restaurant in Dallas, Texas.

Now is the addicting dip served at all our parties. Serve as a spread or a Neiman Marcus dip your friends and family will love the taste. They will be impressed of how easy it is to make only requires 6 ingredients.

Ingredients

• Mayonnaise – Mayo is the base of your dip so you favorite brand. Use a good brand and not salad dressing
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese – Use freshly shredded cheese for the best flavor. Add in blue cheese crumbles, Swiss Cheese or Feta for even more flavor
• Green Onions – Chopped into small pieces for the best crunchy texture and taste 
• Pre-Cooked Bacon Bits – You can use jar bacon bits or chop freshly cooked crispy bacon
• Slivered Almonds – Great addition of nutty flavor to the dip
• Minced Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe in the recipe card.

Variations Ideas

Feel free to change the seasoning or add in spices to what you prefer. These are some of our favorite additions or substitutions.

• Add ¼ teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper for a kick of spice
• Substitute Minced Garlic with ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
• Add a 8-ounce package cream cheese for a creamier texture. Make sure it has softened before adding with the other ingredients.
• Add ¼ teaspoon of Onion Powder and Kosher Salt for added flavor

How to Make Million Dollar Dip

Step 1 – Combine Ingredients – Stir together all the ingredients in a medium bowl with a spatula.  

Step 2 – Chill Dip – Chill the dip for 15-20 minutes before serving. Serve cold with crackers or chips of your choice.  Enjoy!  

Million Dollar Dip Tips

• Cheese – We recommend shredding your own cheese from hunk cheese. Pre-shredded cheese doesn’t blend as well and it has added ingredients that are not necessary.
• Mayonnaise – This dip is best mixed with mayonnaise with the other ingredients. But if you would like a lighter version, try mixing with Greek yogurt or sour cream. We haven’t tried it with cream cheese, but I am sure it would work.
• Toasted Almonds – We used slivered in this recipe, but feel free to chop them or use slice almonds.
• Change Seasoning – We love the addition of the minced garlic but you can also mix in Italian seasoning or ranch seasoning packet.
• Serving Dip – Make sure that you do not leave this dip out to long when serving. You do not want to serve it at room temperature. This dip is best served chilled.
• One Bowl Dip – Everything is mixed together in less than 5 minutes in one bowl. Makes for an easy appetizer.
• Bacon – Bacon Bits work just as good using chopped up bacon. Use what you have and what is easiest for you.

What to Serve with Million Dollar Dip

You can really serve this delicious dip with many different options. Here are some of our favorites.

• Ritz Crackers
• Tortilla Chips
• Pretzels
• Fresh Vegetables – Bell Peppers, Carrots, Cucumbers, Broccoli, or Celery
• Kettle Chips

How to Store Leftover Dip

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.  This dip can easily be made the day before serving.  

Can you Freeze Million Dollar Dip?

No, we do not recommend freezing this dip. Since the main ingredient in this dip is mayonnaise, it will not hold up when freezing. The taste may stay the same but the texture will change.

Frequently Asked Questions