Ultimate Seven Layer Taco Dip (Printable View)

Layered dip with beans, creamy layers, guacamole, salsa, cheeses, and fresh veggies served with tortilla chips.

# What You Need:

→ Base Layers

01 - 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
02 - 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
03 - 1 cup sour cream
04 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened

→ Middle Layers

05 - 1 cup guacamole
06 - 1 cup salsa (mild or medium, drained if watery)

→ Toppings

07 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
08 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
09 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
10 - 1 cup diced tomatoes
11 - 1/2 cup sliced black olives
12 - 1/4 cup sliced green onions

→ For Serving

13 - 1 bag (12 oz) tortilla chips

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine refried beans and taco seasoning in a medium bowl. Spread evenly in the bottom of a large, shallow serving dish or 9x13-inch glass baking dish.
02 - Blend sour cream and cream cheese in another bowl until smooth. Gently spread this mixture over the bean layer.
03 - Carefully spread the guacamole over the cream cheese layer, followed by an even layer of salsa.
04 - Distribute shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the salsa layer.
05 - Add shredded lettuce, then top with diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and green onions.
06 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled with tortilla chips.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in twenty minutes flat and looks impressive layered in a glass dish
  • The flavors actually get better after chilling in the fridge, making it perfect for makeahead stressfree entertaining
02 -
  • Drain your salsa thoroughly or the liquid will seep through all those beautiful layers you just built
  • Use a clear glass dish so people can see the gorgeous striations from the side, it's half the presentation
03 -
  • Room temperature cream cheese blends much smoother with the sour cream, so set it out about thirty minutes before you start assembling
  • Let the completed dip rest for the full chilling time, it really does transform the texture and flavor integration

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