Million Dollar Dip (Nieman Marcus)

This Creamy Million Dollar Dip recipe comes together in about 5 minutes. It’s that easy. This appetizer is loaded with crunchy bacon, slivered almonds, and lots of cheddar cheese. Serve it with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

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Looking for an easy dip recipe? This is it! This is definitely not one of my healthy recipes. It has a lot of our favorite indulgences! You can serve it for any of your favorite gatherings or holidays.

What is Million Dollar Dip

This dip has also been called Nieman Marcus Cheese Dip. Bacon and cheddar are popular ingredients among dip recipes. The addition of slivered almonds in this recipe is what makes it different from other dips.

Helen Corbitt worked for Nieman Marcus Zodiac restaurant years ago and later published a cookbook with a recipe similar to what you see here. The recipe used more mayo than I like, but if you love a lot of mayo flavor, feel free to add more!

It gets it’s million-dollar name because everyone loves it. It’s loaded with lots and lots of crunchy bacon (8 slices) and cheese. The combo of the two is astounding, yet simple.

How to Make the Bacon Pieces

I like to use real uncured, nitrate-free bacon in the recipe instead of something like Bacos. You will want to cook and crumble the bacon before you make the dip. I use my Air Fryer Bacon recipe to do this.

Toasted Almonds

Toasting the almonds is optional. I prefer this because it intensifies the flavor of the almonds.

How to Make Million Dollar Dip

Detailed measurements and full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

1. Heat a skillet on medium-high heat and add the slivered almonds and toast them.
2. Add the toasted almonds, cream cheese, mayo, shredded cheddar, chopped green onions, cooked bacon, garlic powder, and salt to a large bowl and stir.
3. Transfer the dip to a serving dish. Chill or serve at room temperature.

Ways to Use the Dip

You don’t have to eat this the traditional way. This dip works great as a stuffing! I have used it in my Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms and Keto Stuffed Chicken recipes. It’s so good!

Substitution Ideas

• Homemade Ranch Seasoning
• Jalapenos
• Crab
• Chicken
• Artichokes
• Roasted Tomatoes

Can You Make it Ahead?

Yes, you can make it up to a few days ahead. Store it in the fridge tightly sealed.

How Long Will it Last in the Fridge

It will last in the fridge for 3-4 days, tightly covered.

Can You Freeze It?

Because of the mayo and dairy combo, I would not freeze this dish.

More Dip Recipes

Creamy BLT Dip
Crab Rangoon Dip
Hot Crab Dip
Keto Spinach Cheese Dip
Keto Guacamole
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Homemade Queso Cheese Dip