Make my 7 Layer Taco Dip as a perfect appetizer dip for your next party or event. This loaded dip is ideal served with chips, tortillas, crackers, or even fresh vegetables for dipping.
For the best seven layer dip, I highly recommend making your own easy guacamole and pico de gallo!
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Recipe Details
I love this 7 Layer Taco Dip, especially when it includes my homemade guacamole recipe. This simple dip is packed with delicious flavor and is perfect for serving to guests.
- TASTE: This is a loaded dip that has tons of flavor. Rich, cheesy, spicy, salty, it is too good to miss.
- TEXTURE: This 7 Layer Taco Dip is creamy and smooth with layers of deliciousness.
- TIME: This recipe takes 20 minutes to make.
- EASE: This dip is so easy to make. You can whip it up with just a handful of everyday ingredients and a few steps.
What You’ll Need
Ingredient Notes
- Refried beans– Canned or homemade is fine.
- Taco seasoning- This ingredient adds a little spicy flavor to the dip.
- Pico de gallo or salsa– You can use store-bought or homemade Pico de Gallo or Mexican Salsa with Roasted Corn.
- Guacamole– I love this with my homemade Guacamole for a creamy fresh element.
- Shredded mild cheddar– Pre-shredded or shredded from a block of cheese works.
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Substitute avocado- Instead of guacamole, you can chop up avocado and sprinkle it on top.
- Add meat- Add some ground beef or shredded chicken or pork as a layer of this dip.
- Skip the beans- If you don’t love beans, you can skip them or substitute meat in place of them.
- Add vegetables- Sprinkle on chopped onions, fresh tomatoes, cilantro, or jalapenos.
How to Make 7 Layer Taco Dip
- Mix the beans. In a bowl, blend the refried beans and taco seasoning using an electric hand mixer. Set aside.
- Make the next layer. In a separate bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning with an electric hand mixer.
- Assemble. To assemble the 7 layer taco dip, use a deep 9×13 dish or a deep glass trifle bowl. Begin spreading each layer, starting with the refried beans, sour cream mixture, guacamole, Pico de gallo, shredded cheddar, and a handful of sliced olives. I like to garnish mine with green onion or chopped cilantro. Cover and serve chilled.
Pro Tip: For a unique serving idea, you can serve this dip in individual ramekins. This is great for a party.
Recipe Tips
- Keep the cream cheese at room temp- When the cream cheese is softened, it mixes better.
- Combine the cream cheese well- You don’t want clumps in your dip, so make sure to mix it thoroughly.
- Keep the layers separate- Keep them separate until you’re ready to assemble. Then layer the beans and cream cheese mixture carefully, then the rest.
FAQs
A traditional 7 layer taco dip is made of taco seasoned-beans, guacamole, cheese, sour cream, tomatoes, green onions, and olives.
If you place the guacamole as a layer in the middle, it will keep air away from the guacamole so it won’t turn brown. Pack it without air bubbles.
Serving Suggestions
This 7 Layer Taco Dip is perfect for serving to guests. It goes well with lots of other appetizers, dips, chips, and sides.
- Dips: Serve it alongside other dips, like this Easy BLT Dip, Hot Artichoke Dip, or Garlic Cream Cheese Dip.
- Salad: Pair it with a salad, such as this Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad, Pesto Pasta Salad (VIDEO), Antipasto Salad, or Tomato Garlic Salad.
- Fries: Enjoy this dish with some Crispy Air Fryer French Fries, Air Fryer Zucchini Fries, Air Fryer Potato Wedges, or The BEST Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries.
- Appetizers: Enjoy it alongside some Fried Spring Rolls (VIDEO), Eggplant Appetizers (Roll-ups), Mushroom Puff Pastry Appetizers, or Smoked Salmon Cucumber Appetizer (VIDEO).
Make This Recipe in Advance
Make ahead: Since this dip is best served chilled, you can make it a day ahead and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
Storing: Cover the dip with plastic wrap to keep it fresh and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Freeze: You can freeze this dip by covering it with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. It can last for up to 3 months. Keep in mind that some water will collect as it thaws. Just drain it off.
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Full Recipe Instructions
7 Layer Taco Dip
Ingredients
- 32 oz refried beans canned
- 1 lb sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temp)
- 2 oz taco seasoning about 5 Tbsp, divided
- 2 cups Pico de gallo or salsa
- 12-16 oz guacamole
- 1-2 cup Shredded mild cheddar
- 2 oz Sliced olives canned
- Green onion or cilantro optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, blend 2 cans of refried beans and 1 oz packet of taco seasoning using an electric hand mixer. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine 8 oz room temperature cream cheese, 1 lb sour cream, and the other 1 oz packet of taco seasoning with an electric hand mixer. Make sure to blend the cream cheese well.
- To assemble the 7-layer dip, use a deep 9×13 dish or a deep glass trifle bowl. The layers will be a little thinner if you use a 9×13 dish. In a dish, begin layering each layer starting with the refried beans, sour cream mixture, guacamole, Pico de gallo, shredded cheddar, and a handful of sliced olives. I like to garnish mine with green onion or chopped cilantro. Cover and serve chilled.
Nutrition
This recipe was originally posted on August 14, 2015, we’ve tweaked it a bit since then.
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Karen Capretta says
Question
Can you prepare this dip the night before an event?
Dina says
Yes you most definitely can 🙂
Julia says
I found this recipe on Pinterest while looking for something to bring to a party. I used to make a different mexi-layer dip, but this was far superior! Now when I am invited to a potluck party, this is the dish everyone requests. People just can’t stop themselves!
Dina says
That is amazing Julia! I am so thrilled to hear that everyone loves this dip so much 🙂
Carina Z. says
Great recipe! So simple and easy to follow! This is a hit at any party! Def making this again.
simplyhomecooked says
That’s so awesome Carina! You just can’t go wrong with Seven layer dip at parties right? Thank you so much for the kind review 🙂
lynn mari says
Hummus also makes a unique and tasty tip on 7 layer dip…either adding as the bottom layer or blending into the sour cream layer.
Karen says
What a great dish !! Being invited to a Mexican pot-luck dinner I had no idea what to bring until a friend suggested a 7-layer dip. Thank goodness for Pinterest — I’m so happy I found your recipe. It was easy to make and delicious to eat. Thanks !!
simplyhomecooked says
Thank you for taking the time to write such a kind review Karen! I’m glad you enjoyed it 🙂
Delilah says
This dip is always a favorite at parties. It was popular in the 80’s before the internet & I lost track of the actual recipe. Wanted to make some Sunday for a SuperBowl party so went searching on Pinterest. There are many recipes for Seven Layer Dip out there but yours is spot on. Thank you for posting it.
simplyhomecooked says
Thank you for leaving such kind and positive feedback Delilah!
Lisa miles says
No trifle bowl, but it turned out great.
Jen says
Does this fill up the trifle bowl as pictured? I’m guessing you could not double recipe and still fit in trifle bowl? Making this for a large crowd, but love the look of the trifle bowl.
simplyhomecooked says
Hi Jen, yes the recipe does fit the trifle bowls as pictured 🙂
Amanda says
Have you made this with Greek yogurt instead of sour cream?
simplyhomecooked says
Hi Amanda, I’ve never tried it with Greek yogurt.
Holly says
I love the look of this in a trifle bowl, but how do you serve it? Do you just use a big spoon? I’m just wondering how to get all the layers easily….
simplyhomecooked says
Hi Holly, I just use a large spoon to serve the dip.
Natasha says
I’m not a big dip person but I love seven layer dip! Ill have to try this recipe
simplyhomecooked says
Natasha I think you will love this dip! 🙂