Description
Million dollar dip combines creamy cheeses, crisp bacon, and green onions for an irresistible party appetizer. Guests will devour this crowd-pleasing blend of sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and savory bacon bits served with crackers or chips.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz (170 g) mature cheddar cheese, finely grated
- 1 cup (240 ml) mayonnaise, premium quality
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) green onions, finely diced
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) almond slivers, toasted
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) bacon, finely crumbled
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and a spacious mixing vessel to prepare for creating this delectable dip.
- Carefully blend the primary ingredients within the mixing bowl, maintaining a smooth and uniform texture.
- Reserve a small quantity of almond slivers, bacon crumbles, and green onions for an elegant final garnish.
- Transfer the mixed concoction into a sealed container, ensuring complete coverage to preserve its rich flavors.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Before serving, sprinkle the reserved almond slivers, crispy bacon crumbles, and freshly chopped green onions atop the chilled dip.
- Present the dip alongside crisp butter crackers or your preferred accompaniment, creating an irresistible appetizer perfect for gatherings or casual snacking.
Notes
- Customize the dip by experimenting with different types of cheese for unique flavor profiles.
- Make it vegetarian by substituting bacon with smoked paprika or coconut bacon for a similar smoky essence.
- Prepare the dip ahead of time and refrigerate for enhanced flavor melding, allowing ingredients to develop a richer taste.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, keeping the garnish separate to maintain crispness and prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg