Layered Taco Dip
This quick and easy Layered Taco Dip comes together in one dish and is loaded with bold and zesty flavor and texture. It's sure to be a crowd-pleasing appetizer at any party, game days, or entertaining with friends and family. It's also easy to assemble ahead of time since it's no-bake and can be stored in the fridge until it's time to serve.
Servings 10 servings
Ingredients
- 1 16-ounce can refried beans
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1-ounce packet taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1.5 cup prepared guacamole
- 2 cups thick chunky salsa drain excess liquid if needed
- 2 cups freshly shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 2 Roma tomatoes diced
- 1 2.25-ounce can sliced black olives, drained
- 3 green onions thinly sliced
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro optional
- Pickled jalapeños optional for serving
Instructions
- Spread the refried beans into an even layer in a 9x13-inch serving dish.
- In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning, and lime juice until smooth and fluffy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the refried beans.
- Carefully layer the guacamole over the cream cheese mixture, followed by the salsa.
- Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese evenly over the salsa.
- Top with the diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, green onions, cilantro, and jalapeños if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors can meld together.
- Serve with tortilla chips, Fritos Scoops, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
Storage:
- Transfer leftover dip to an airtight container, or cover the original serving dish with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface, and store in the fridge for 3-4 days. The faster the dip is eaten, the fresher the lettuce, guacamole and tomato layers will be.
- This is a great dip to make ahead of time. Prep it in advance, making sure to completely layer the guacamole in between the cream cheese mixture and salsa to avoid oxidizing, then cover and store in the fridge. We recommend waiting to add the fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes and green onions until right before serving.
- Use a Wide, Shallow Dish: Build the dip in a vessel like this versus something tall and deep, so you get each layer in every bite.
- Add Lettuce and Tomatoes Last: Wait to add these fresh toppings until close to serving time so they stay fresh and don't wilt or water down the dip.
- Let Base Layer Come to Room Temperature: Allowing the beans and cream cheese layer to soften slightly before mixing will help create a smoother spread.
- Chill Dip Before Serving: Let the finished dip set up in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld before serving.