5 from 617 votes
7 Layer Dip
7 Layer Dip is a multi-layered appetizer featuring refried beans, cream cheese mixed with sour cream and taco seasoning, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheddar cheese, black olives or tomatoes, and green onions. Each layer provides distinct textures and flavors, from creamy and smooth to tangy and savory. Chilling the dip before serving allows the layers to meld slightly and enhances the overall creaminess. This dish is commonly served with tortilla chips or crackers for scooping.
Prep Time
15 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
16
servings
Calories:
168 kcal
Course:
Appetizer, Condiments, Snacks
Cuisine:
American, Mexican, Tex-Mex
Ingredients
- 1½ cups salsa
- 16 ounces refried beans 1 can, canned
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ounce taco seasoning 1 packet, about 2 tablespoons
- 1 cup guacamole prepared
- 1½ cups cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup black olives or diced tomatoes
- 4 green onions sliced
- cilantro for garnish, optional, chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Place salsa in a sieve and drain the liquid into a small bowl (this keeps your dip from getting runny).
- In a small bowl, combine refried beans and milk (or you can use the liquid from the salsa if you prefer). Mix until smooth and spread in the bottom of a 2 qt baking dish or pan.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream and taco seasoning with a hand mixer on medium speed. Dollop the cream cheese mixture over the beans and spread evenly.
- Spoon guacamole over cream cheese and gently spread. Add the drained salsa and gently spread.
- Top with cheese, olives/tomatoes and green onions.
- Chill 1 hour before serving. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.
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Notes
- This dip can be assembled up to one day ahead to enhance flavors.
- Additional toppings like cilantro or jalapenos may be added to suit taste preferences.
- Using a hand mixer to blend the beans and sour cream layers ensures a fluffy, scoopable texture.
- Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to four days; drain off any accumulated liquid before serving.
Nutrition Information
Serving
0.25cup
Calories
168
(8%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
29mg
(10%)
Sodium
623mg
(26%)
Potassium
177mg
(4%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
702IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
120mg
(12%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 168
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25cup | |
| Calories | 168 | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 623mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 177mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 702IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.