Description
Million Dollar Dip is a rich, creamy, and indulgent appetizer that combines cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and toasted almonds. This crowd-pleasing dip is perfect for parties, game days, or any gathering where you want to impress your guests with a luxurious and flavorful spread.
Ingredients
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- 2/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted and chopped (90g)
- 1 (8-ounce/226g) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup mayonnaise (210g)
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese, grated (226g)
- 6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp, finely chopped (40g)
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine base ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise with a rubber or silicone spatula and mix well to combine. (It’s ok if the mixture is not entirely smooth.)
- Add remaining ingredients: Fold in the chopped almonds, cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, green onions, garlic powder, black pepper and cayenne pepper.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Serve: Top with a few more sliced scallions and serve with buttery crackers, toasted baguette, and/or fresh-cut vegetables.
Notes
- Use brick-style cream cheese, not the kind that comes in a tub. Set it out at room temperature in advance to give it time to soften.
- You can use a hand mixer to combine the cream cheese and mayonnaise, but fold in the rest of the ingredients by hand for optimal texture.
- To toast the almonds, place them in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir very frequently to toast evenly for 5 to 7 minutes, until light brown and aromatic.
- This dip can be made up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 460kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
