5 Minute Million Dollar Dip

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This 5 Minute Million Dollar Dip is only 5 ingredients, and let me tell you, they don’t call it million dollar dip for nothing! It is so deliciously addicting and will be a huge hit wherever it goes!

If you love easy-to-make dip that can be ready in a hot minute without actually ever breaking a sweat, try Ranch, BLT, and Jalapeno Popper Dip.

Dipping crackers in million dollar dip

A Reader’s Review

“Simple to make! Plus it was a huge hit! Can’t ask for anything more than that!” -BonBon

5 Minute Million Dollar Dip Recipe

I LOVE dip recipes, so when a reader sent me this recipe telling me that I have to try it, you bet that I did. With it being only 5 ingredients and taking 5 minutes to put together, I couldn’t wait to make it! And once I did, it did not disappoint.

This 5 minutes million dollar dip has mayonnaise, green onions, cheddar cheese, and bacon bits and slivers of almonds. I loved all of the ingredients in this dip, and the slivered almonds were my favorite part! They added the perfect crunch.  It is a MUST make for your next watch party or gathering. Serve it with some crackers or even make it fancy with a crostini.

Ingredients for 5 Minute Million Dollar Dip

With just a few simple ingredients, you can create make a dip that you won’t be able resist. If you want to substitute the mayonnaise, you can use Greek yogurt or even sour cream, but the mayonnaise is a key ingredient in bringing this dip together. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

  • Green Onions: Their mild taste and crunchy texture are perfect in this dip!
  • Cheddar Cheese: For the best results, use freshly shredded cheese.  Shredded cheese in a bag won’t mix as well with this dip, and the flavor isn’t as bright.
  • Mayonnaise: Use your favorite brand since this is the base of the entire dip.
  • Real Bacon Bits: Pre-cooked bacon works great and adds to the ease of prep for this already easy dip.
  • Slivered Almonds: These slivered almonds give the dip a nutty flavor without overwhelming each bite.

Let’s Make Some Easy Dip

This 5 minute million dollar dip honestly tastes so good. Your friends and family will think it took a lot more effort to put together. Little do they know it only takes 2 quick steps to create!

  1. Mix Together Ingredients: Add green onions, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, bacon bits, and slivered almonds to a small bowl. Then mix until fully combined.
  2. Chill and Enjoy: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve this 5 minute million-dollar dip with your favorite crackers.
Million dollar dip ingredients in mixing bowl.

Quick Tips

Upgrade your 5-minute million-dollar dip with just a few quick and easy tips! There are ways to swap out ingredients or add additional ones to change this dip up every time you make it!

  • Cheese: Freshly shredded cheddar works best in this recipe. Packaged cheese typically lacks the flavor and texture that fresh cheese has. You can substitute cheddar for aged Gouda or Gruyere.
  • Mayonnaise: You can substitute mayo for sour cream or Greek yogurt, but I have found that mayonnaise works best to achieve a perfectly creamy texture.
  • Almonds: You can chop your almonds into smaller pieces for bite-sized texture.
  • Flavor Additions: Add garlic, homemade ranch, or Italian seasoning for an extra flavor in your dip!
Crackers in million dollar dip

What to Serve With 5 Minute Million Dollar Dip

I love using bigger crackers like Ritz for this dip, but it also tastes amazing with tortilla chips and pretzels. Kettle chips are also a great pairing with their thicker texture and bite. You can make some of my quick and easy air fryer potato chips for a snack match made in heaven!

Bowl of million dollar dip with crackers.

Storing Million Dollar Dip

Storing dips is just as easy as making them. I love making dips ahead of time for parties or get-togethers and this one stores so well in the fridge. n fact, it might even taste better on day 2!

Make Ahead of Time: You can make this ahead of time and store it in your fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Just give it a good stir and sprinkle it with some additional toppings to make it fresh.

5 Minute Million Dollar Dip

4.74 from 30 votes
5 Million Dollar Dip is only 5 ingredients and they don’t call it million dollar dip for nothing! It is so deliciously addicting and will be the biggest hit wherever it goes!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Author Alyssa Rivers
Servings: 12 people

Ingredients
  

  • 5 green onions, chopped
  • 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1½ cups mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup real bacon bits
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, add the green onions, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, bacon bits, and slivered almonds. Mix until combined.
  • Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.
  • Serve with your favorite crackers!

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Notes

Updated on May 16, 2023
Originally Posted on September 12, 2016

Nutrition

Serves: 12

Calories311kcal (16%)Carbohydrates2g (1%)Protein8g (16%)Fat30g (46%)Saturated Fat8g (40%)Cholesterol38mg (13%)Sodium437mg (18%)Potassium70mg (2%)Fiber1g (4%)Sugar1g (1%)Vitamin A257IU (5%)Vitamin C1mg (1%)Calcium154mg (15%)Iron1mg (6%)

All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword 3 ingredient fruit dip, Million dollar dip, million dollar dip recipe
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Alyssa Rivers

I am Alyssa and the blogger behind The Recipe Critic. I started my blog in June of 2012 as a place to share my passion for cooking. I love trying new things and testing them out with my family.

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  1. I followed the recipe exact and mine turned out super salty. Could it have been the bacon? I used the Black Label Hormel real bacon bits.

  2. 5 stars
    I accidentally baked it the second time that I made it. Everyone loved it. They liked it much better then cold. It had such a wonderful burst of flavors when baked. Now it’s expected of me to make this dip for every occasion. 🙂

  3. 5 stars
    I know this as Neiman Marcus Dip, identical
    I’ve been making it for years, literally the quickest appetizer to pull together for any occasion or to bring to someone’s house at the last minute. I do like the suggested additions though

  4. 1 star
    Made this for a party & nobody liked it, they all thought it was very bland. The recipe was followed exactly as written. Definitely will not be making again.

  5. This sounds wonderful and easy (which I need in my life)!
    My question is….. can you substitute the mayo for sour cream? Just the thought of mayo turns my stomach
    Thank you in advance for answering

  6. 5 stars
    Every time I make this I am asked for the recipe by multiple guests!! It is a sure winner. I do add some garlic powder and some hot sauce to spice it up again and serve with wheat thins! I have also substituted creamed cheese for the mayonnaise. Best Foods /Helms Mayonnaise works best!!

  7. 5 stars
    I’ve made this many of times for my client lunch and learns. They always end up asking for the recipe so I make sure to print off some and leave it next to the dish. I omit the almonds when doing it for a public event and it’s still delicious!

  8. 5 stars
    I just made this for the festivities after our Church Christmas play tonight. It is simply marvelous. I did add ranch flavoring and a little onion powder because I was short on green onions.

  9. My friend spreads a spoonful of this mixture on those little rye breads, she does a full cookie sheet of them, then heat in the oven, maybe broiler, for a wonderful hors-d’oeuvre.

  10. 4 stars
    If you really want to take this to the next level, skip the almonds and top it with strawberry preserves! It sounds weird but it’s REALLY good. (I’ve been making something almost just like this recipe for years. It’s always a hit.)

  11. TBH, first I thought why you name it million dollar dip, but then I read the whole article, Ok, one question here, is there a any way we could use less Cholesterol I mean 13%? my doctor told to use less of it. lol

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