Million Dollar Dip
Million Dollar Dip brings crispy bacon and cream cheese together in a creamy dip with savory garlic and topped with green onions. You can’t go wrong with this dip in under 5 minutes; you can have this addicting dip on the table.
My weakness is dip; I have to admit, from my Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Dill Dip, and even my BLT Dip. Usually, I am full before dinner if there are appetizers and dips in the area. This million-dollar dip is no different. It’s totally addicting. That’s why they call it Million Dollar Dip because it’s worth every single calorie.
Ingredients needed for Million Dollar Dip
- 16 oz Cream Cheese: Softened, so it mixes easily.
- 1 Cup Mayonnaise: We use Hellman’s mayonnaise.
- 1 Tbsp Garlic Paste: We like garlic paste, but you can use garlic powder or garlic cloves.
- ¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional) If you want a little heat.
- 8 oz Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Plus Some For Topping
- 6 Slices Bacon: Cooked and Crumbled; save Some For Topping. You can use real bacon bits.
- 6 Green Onions, Sliced Thinly; save Some For Topping
- Slivered Almonds (optional) we did not use them, but they add an extra crunch.
Step-by-Step Directions for Million Dollar Dip
Step 1:
In a large bowl, add all the ingredients and mix using a handheld electric mixer or a stand mixer.
Step 2:
Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the set-aside cheddar, bacon, and green onions.
Step 3:
Serve with pretzels, ritz crackers, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or tortilla chips as dippers. Enjoy!
Tips and Tricks for Million Dollar dip
- Use softened cream cheese.
- Mix with a stand mixer or hand mixer for a creamy dip.
- For a spicier dip, Pepper Jack or Gouda cheese can be used in place of shredded cheese.
- If you like ranch, use ranch dip seasonings with this recipe.
Frequently asked questions
Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Yes, you can make this dip ahead of time. It’s best when you let it chill for at least one hour before serving.
Yes, you can eat this dip on a keto diet. Use fresh veggies to dip into the dip instead of chips and crackers.
Crackers like ritz, Celery, Carrot sticks, tortilla chips, or even your favorite potato chips.
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Million Dollar Dip
Million Dollar Dip brings crispy bacon and cream cheese together in a creamy dip with savory garlic and topped with green onions.
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream Cheese, Softened
- 1 Cup Mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp Garlic Paste
- ¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional)
- 8 oz Shredded Cheddar, Plus Some For Topping
- 6 Slices Bacon, Cooked and Crumbled, Save Some For Topping
- 6 Green Onions, Sliced Thinly, Save Some For Topping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add all the ingredients and mix using a handheld electric mixer or a stand mixer.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the set-aside cheddar, bacon, and green onions.
- Serve with pretzels, ritz crackers, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or tortilla chips as dippers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 185Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 250mgCarbohydrates: 2gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 4g
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