Make 1 Brilliant Neiman Marcus Dip Now
You will make the famous Neiman Marcus Dip, also known as Million Dollar Dip. This creamy, savory spread combines bacon, cheese, and crunchy almonds for a perfect party appetizer. It is simple to prepare and always disappears fast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (for bacon)
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing/No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted almonds
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, green onions, and garlic powder.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Fold in the chopped toasted almonds gently.
- Cover the bowl and chill the dip for at least one hour before serving. This helps the flavors combine.
- Serve cold with crackers, chips, or vegetable sticks.
Notes
- Toasting the almonds enhances their flavor significantly.
- You can prepare this dip a day ahead; chilling improves its texture.
- Use high-quality bacon for the best taste in your spread.
- If you prefer a tangier dip, substitute half the mayonnaise with sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg