Million Dollar Dip (10 minute prep)

This loaded Million Dollar Dip is creamy, cheesy, and packed with savory bacon bits, an irresistible combo that tastes like a million bucks! Made with mayo, sour cream, cheddar, and green onions, it’s a 10-minute appetizer that’s perfect for potlucks, parties, or holiday gatherings. Quick, easy, and always the first to disappear!

Try my 7 layer dip, easy Rotel dip with ground beef, slow cooker spinach artichoke dip next!

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Million Dollar Dip A Holiday Creamy Sour Cream Party Favorite

Creamy, cheesy, and full of bacon flavor—this Million Dollar Dip recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer for any occasion.

One of my best recipes to make when you need a quick appetizer without a lot of prep time for last minute plans with company coming.

Serve it up with your favorite dippables like crackers, tortilla chips, pretzels and fresh vegetables.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Delicious appetizer that is so easy to make
• Just 10 minutes of prep time
• Simple ingredients and perfect to make ahead
• Very popular savory dip for potlucks, game days and parties

Ingredients

• Sour Cream – full fat sour cream is best for the creamy texture
• Mayonnaise – is a key ingredient do not skip it for the best creamy texture and flavor of the dip
• Cheddar Cheese – freshly grated cheddar that adds a sharp tangy flavor we used a sharp old cheddar cheese use your favorite
• Bacon – real crunchy bacon bits of crispy cooked bacon chopped finely is mixed into the dip and used as a garnish on top to help balance the creamy flavors of the dip with crunchy savory salty flavors
• Almonds – slivered almonds that add a nutty crunch texture, you can cut them into finer pieces if you prefer
• Garlic Powder – is an easy way to get garlic flavor in a recipe
• Cayenne Pepper – a pinch of cayenne pepper adds a subtle spicy depth of flavor to the dip
• Green Onions – sliced adds a fresh mild onion flavor to the dip and the garnish

Substitutions

You can lighten it up by using greek yogurt instead of sour cream, but it will change the texture and taste of the dip.

Use store bought ready made bacon bits in place of the homemade bacon bits.

Step by Step Instructions

STEP ONE – In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sour cream, stirring well just until conbined.

STEP TWO – Add remaining ingredients (reserving some for garnish as noted in the ingredients list) and stir until combined. 

STEP THREE – Chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours. 

STEP FOUR – Serve with Ritz crackers or your favorite dipping crackers and enjoy!

Sandra’s tips

• To help the flavors meld and come together chill in the fridge for 2 hours
• Use a good quality cheese and skip the pre-shedded cheese for the best flavor
• Prefer things less salty you may consider using unsalted dippables like tortilla chips, crackers or vegetables as this dip is already salty
• Can also use cream cheese in this recipe
• Ranch seasoning or Italian seasoning flavors can also be used
• Serve the dip in individual servings using small plastic cups
• Make this million dollar dip ahead of time and store it in the fridge overnight covered with wrap without adding the extra bacon with green onion and cheese garnish until ready to serve the next day

Storage and freezing instructions

Store any leftovers in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap for 3 to 4 days in the fridge.

We do not recommend freezing this dip and it is so good it will disappear anyway!!