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This five-minute appetizer is always a huge hit! Million Dollar Dip, aka Neiman Marcus Dip, is loaded with shredded cheddar cheese, fresh green onions, savory bacon pieces, and crunchy chopped pecans. It’s the perfect dip appetizer served with your favorite crackers and dippers everyone will love!
Why We Love This Recipe!
- Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer: Million Dollar Dip is a party favorite when you’re serving a crowd. It’s worth a million!
- Quick Recipe: It only takes about five minutes to throw this easy dip recipe together, and it uses simple ingredients, making it an excellent choice for last-minute party prep.
- Packed with Flavor: Savory, cheesy, and creamy– What more could you ask for?
Here is a great idea! There is no better way to get people talking than to put out a dip recipe like this one. When people gather around a bowl, they stay and talk for a while. During the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, I love nothing more than for my family and friends to gather and have good conversations. Million Dollar Dip is the ultimate recipe, as they will not want to leave the counter!
Yes, I know the end of the year is always a little hectic with the holiday season, work events, and school events. Good news! We all need appetizers we can throw together in a pinch or ones we can make ahead of time! This Million Dollar Dip recipe is the perfect appetizer for any last-minute game day or party plans you may have.
Then, if you have more time, try my Slow Cooker Spinach And Artichoke Dip, Dill Pickle Dip Recipe, or this Buffalo Chicken Dip.
Ingredient Notes
Variations and Substitutions
How To Make Neiman Marcus Dip
Before you get started making this dip recipe, set out the cream cheese to get to room temperature. Then get all your ingredients chopped, grated, and fry that bacon for the ultimate bacon pieces. Then, you can get the dip started!
✱ Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact ingredients and full recipe instructions!
Step 1 | Combine dip ingredients
Let’s get started with adding cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise to a large bowl and use a hand mixer (or stand mixer) to combine them for about two minutes.
Next, add the rest of the dip ingredients in with the cream cheese mixture.
Then, give them a good mix with a spoon until they are evenly distributed.
Seriously, it is so simple for so much flavor!
Step 2 | Cover and chill
Now, transfer the cheesy dip to your favorite serving dish, cover it, and refrigerate it for at least two hours before serving so it’s nice and chilled and the flavors meld together.
This is great to make the morning of or the night before for easy prep ahead.
Step 3 | Garnish and serve!
Before serving, top the dip with freshly chopped green onions if desired, then enjoy!
Tips
- Serve Immediately– If you are short on time, the dip can be served right away.
- Make-Ahead– Easily make this dip recipe in advance, stored in the fridge for a couple of days before serving.
- Softened Ingredients– Before starting the recipe, set the ingredients out to soften to room temperature to make combining them easier.
Recipe FAQs
Great question. You see, The original recipe was first served in the 1950s at the Neiman Marcus restaurant in Texas and was later published in Helen Corbitt’s cookbook, the creator of the dip.
A popular pick is Ritz Crackers or Club Crackers. You can serve it with other crackers, potato chips, tortilla chips, pretzels, toasted bread, pita chips, bagel chips, and fresh vegetables, like celery sticks and carrot sticks.
Get the best results with a packet of real bacon bits or I used freshly cooked and crumbled bacon. Personally, I do not suggest using a package of bacon bits not made from real bacon because the flavor and texture just don’t measure up.
When a recipe has the nick-name ‘Million Dollar,’ you know the flavor will be rich and decadent! There are all kinds of recipes, like Milion Dollar Pie and Million Dollar Brownies, that are known for their incredible taste.
Storage
Refrigerate: The best way to store leftover dip is to cover the serving bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the dip to an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to five days.
What to Serve Million Dollar Dip Recipe
Why not make an entire buffet full of small bites and more? Try these recipes and more!
- Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad
- Berry Fruit Salad
- Sweet Dijon Pecan Baked Brie Bites
- Whipped Feta with Figs, Nuts and Honey
- Cannoli Dip (looking for something a little sweet to munch on?)
More Crowd-Pleasing Appetizers
- Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
- Slow Cooker Strawberry Jalapeno BBQ Meatballs
- Slow Cooker BBQ Little Smokies
- Loaded Baked Potato Skins
- Skillet Cheesy Meatballs in Marinara
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Million Dollar Dip Recipe (Neiman Marcus Dip)
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese , shredded
- 4 green onions, chopped or thinly sliced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup chopped pecans, (or sliced almonds)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder, optional
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flake, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise and mix with a hand mixer for 2-3 minutes or until fully combined and smooth.
- Add in cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, bacon bits or pieces, and chopped pecans to the mixture a stir until combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with green onion, pecan bits, and shredded cheese or desired toppings. Enjoy!
Notes
- Serve Immediately– If you don’t have the time to wait, the dip can be served right away.
- Make-Ahead– Easily make this dip recipe in advance. It can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days before serving.
- Softened Ingredients– Before starting the recipe, set the ingredients out to soften to room temperature to make combining them easier.
Nutrition Information
Nutritional Disclaimer
Soulfully Made is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is only an estimate. We recommend running the ingredients through an online nutritional calculator if you need to verify any information.
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I’ve made a lot of dips, but not this one! Wish I could grab one of those Ritz crackers loaded with dip through the screen. Going to make this for my next holiday party. Thanks for the recipe!
Thank yo, Jill! Go right ahead! It’s a little addictive 😉
This dip recipe is an absolute crowd-pleaser! The creamy texture and bacon make it perfect for any gathering.
Thank you, Vicky! So glad your bunch enjoyed it!
Oh, yum! This looks amazing! I love million dollar dip, and your version looks particularly tasty.
Thank you, Beth!
Perfect! I love this recipe! I haven’t made one in ages. Thanks for the idea!
Glad to hear you enjoyed it! Dips are always a good idea- right!
You had me at just five minutes! Such a delicious and easy dip for all the upcoming holiday celebrations. Looks so good.
Thank you, Tara. I know we always need something we can whip up easily for last minute entertaining or events. This is a great make ahead too.