by Holly7 layer dip is one of the best party appetizers ever. Layers of fresh salsa, refried beans, guacamole, cheddar cheese, and our favorite toppings create a colorful addition to any appie spread.
We love entertaining and always serve our favorite snacks like jalapeno popper dip and pigs in a blanket. I serve this 7 layer bean dip recipe with some tortilla chips and veggies (which can also go alongside other dips like spinach dip for a great party spread).
7 Layer Dip is an easy dip that everyone loves! Layers of creamy and fresh ingredients are spread into a 9×13 pan and chilled. Crisp tortilla chips are the perfect dipper for this recipe!
What’s In 7 Layer Dip?
This dip has (obviously) 7 layers to it, and creating the layers isn’t quick and easy. The layers in 7 Layer Dip are:
- Refried beans
- Sour cream (mixed with cream cheese and taco seasoning)
- Guacamole
- Salsa (drained)
- Cheese
- Green onions
- Olives or tomatoes
You can easily swap these out for your own favorite toppings. If you’d like to add ground beef, cook the beef until no pink remains. Add taco seasoning for flavor and cool. Add it between the beans and sour cream mixture.
Jalapenos and cilantro are also great toppers for this Mexican 7 layer dip. Get creative!
How To Make 7 Layer Bean Dip
- Seven layer bean dip begins with refried beans mixed with milk.
- Using a hand mixer not only makes the mixing easy, it helps with a creamy consistency so your chips don’t break as you scoop it!
- Just like in Jalapeno Popper Dip, mix the cream cheese with a hand mixer too so it’s easy to scoop.
- Layer the guacamole in the middle so it doesn’t discolor.
- Top with shredded cheese, green onions, and olives or tomatoes. I also love adding diced jalapenos if there are spicy fans out there!
Before serving, chill the 7 layer dip for about an hour, this brings the flavors together!
How Long Does 7 Layer Dip Last In Fridge?
7 layer dip lasts 3-4 days in the fridge. The longer it is stored, the more the layers will bleed together and it can get a bit watery (I just drain it off). After the first 24 hours, it may not look pretty, but I can assure you it will still taste uh-maz-ing!
If you have extra leftover, add it into enchilada casserole or taco soup!
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7 Layer Dip
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups salsa
- 16 oz. refried beans canned
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup guacamole prepared
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup black olives or tomatoes
- 4 sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Place salsa in a sieve to drain any liquid (this keeps your dip from getting runny).
- Combine refried beans and milk (or you can use the liquid from the salsa if you prefer) until smooth. Spread in the bottom of a 9x13 pan.
- Combine cream cheese, sour cream and taco seasoning with a mixer on medium. Spread over refried beans.
- Spoon guacamole over cream cheese and gently spread. Repeat with drained salsa.
- Top with cheese, olives/tomatoes and green onions.
- Chill 1 hour before serving. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.
(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.)
This is 7 layers of goodness. It looks so delicious and I can’t wait to give it a try
This dip sounds so delicious and I can imagine serving for a get-together. Simply awesome recipe and easy to create.
Whenever there’s a 7-layer dip on a a party table, I gravitate to it -but honestly, this one puts every one I’ve tried in the past to shame. Holy moly, this looks good! My mouth is seriously watering right now.
Same Krista, I could eat it for breakfast!! :)
This is literally my go to dip for parties! You seriously cannot go wrong with a good 7 layer dip!
I agree Lorie!
This looks absolutely EPIC! Perfect for a party, can’t wait to give it a try! PS: I’m a HUGE fan of yours, thanks for sharing all these awesome recipes x
Aww thank you so much Andrea! I hope you love it as much as we do!
I love this 7 layer dip recipe….always a huge hit at any party that I bring it too!
So great for parties!
This is a CLASSIC recipe and is so perfect for the upcoming Super Bowl! I love that this dish is relatively inexpensive to make, too!!
Game day LOVEs this dip!
Who doesn’t love 7 layer dip?! It’s always a crowd pleaser and feels so good when your dish is totally empty! This classic version looks like the place to start
how do you “prepare” guacamole?
I used prepared (premade storebought) guacamole for this recipe. You could also try my Pineapple Guacamole in this recipe!
What could you use instead of guacamole in your taco dip?
You could skip the guacamole if you’d like!
This is always a hit in my house. Our “go to” dip when we entertain. Everyone loves it. I can just eat it by the spoonful (and sometimes do LOL).
I am so glad you love it Gloria! It is one of my guilty pleasures too.
I really love the different flavours in this dip! I have to admit I’ve only ever had individual dips and never a layered dip before so I’d love to try this.
Let me know how you like it, it is super popular around here Corina!
What an awesome party dip – love all those Mexican flavors! Am going to pin this and maybe serve for the Super Bowl. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Carrie, let me know how it turns out!
This dip is always such a hit at parties! It’s a really great option for all the upcoming game day parties!!
You’re right Kathryn – always a hit!