Classic 7-Layer Taco Dip is the perfect party appetizer! Seven layers of delicious flavors are fantastic for snacking! This layered dip is the perfect appetizer for holiday parties, sports parties, or when you want to enjoy a fuss-free meal.

7 Layer Taco Dip

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This Seven-Layer Taco Dip is a great twist on the classic layer dip. It combines bean dip, guacamole, sour cream, and taco seasoning with fresh veggies, and it's so good!

We skipped adding ground beef to this recipe, but you can easily add an eighth layer of seasoned ground beef.

We like to pre-make this seven-layer taco dip and store it in the refrigerator. I add the lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese right before serving it.

You can get store-bought dip most days before major sporting events or holidays, but making your own is a breeze!

This classic layer dip is so good that it goes by many names, including Mexican layer dip, 7-layer bean dip, taco dip, and more.

Mayo, Mexican style cheese, sour cream, guacamole, tomatoes, taco seasoning, refried beans, and large pitted olives

Ingredients Needed

Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients for making an epic 7-layer Taco Dip! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.

Refried Bean Dip
Guacamole
Sour Cream
Taco Seasoning Mix
Mayonnaise
Shredded Lettuce
Black Olives
Chopped Tomatoes
Shredded Mexican Cheese or Cheddar Cheese
Tortilla Chips

7-layer dip optional Add-Ins: Black Beans, Green Onions, Salsa, cilantro, chili powder, salt, lime juice, refried black beans, cumin, ground turkey

Bean Dip - If you are entertaining anyone who is vegan/vegetarian make sure to check that the bean dip does not have meat in it.

Optional - black beans, green onions, salsa

If someone in your family doesn't enjoy one of these flavors you can change it up and switch them around.

Equipment Needed

9x13 Casserole Baking Dish
Spatula

How to make 7 Layer Taco Dip

I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.

This layer dip is so crazy easy to make!

Refried beans spread in a glass baking dish

Spread refried beans dip. The bean dip does not need to be hot or warm for spreading in the casserole dish.

Spread guacamole layer over bean layer. You can use homemade or store-bought guacamole, whichever works best for you.

Taco seasoning on sour cream in a glass bowl with a whisk

Mix sour cream, taco seasoning, and mayonnaise, then layer over avocado layer.

Sour cream mixture spread in a glass baking dish

Shredded lettuce spread in a baking dish

Diced tomatoes spread over shredded lettuce in a glass baking dish

chopped olives on diced tomatoes and lettuce in a glass baking dish

Layer lettuce, diced tomatoes, olives

Shredded cheese over olives and lettuce in a baking dish

Top with cheese. You can use Mexican blend, taco blend, sharp cheddar cheese, or any cheese you enjoy.

Layered dip in a glass baking dish with shredded cheese on top next to a bowl of tortilla chips

Preparation and Storage

Make Ahead + Storage:

This layer dip recipe is make-ahead-friendly! Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container and enjoy them within four days.

Freezing/How to Freeze:

We do not suggest freezing this 7-layer Taco Dip. It contains sour cream, mayonnaise, and lettuce, all ingredients that do not freeze well.

How to Reheat:

It is best to enjoy this dip cold. We do not suggest heating it.

Recipe Variations + Tips for the Best 7-Layer Taco Dip

Substitutions:

You can use Mexican blend, taco blend, sharp cheddar cheese, or any cheese you enjoy.

Similarly, you can use homemade or store-bought guacamole, whichever works best for you.

If you make homemade bean dip, let it cool before spreading it.

If someone in your family doesn't enjoy one of the flavors in this layered Taco Dip, you can change it up and switch them around.

Vegetarian + Vegan Option:

If you are entertaining anyone vegan or vegetarian, make sure the bean dip does not contain meat.

Gluten-Free:

This dip should be gluten-free, as none of its ingredients typically contain gluten. If you are highly sensitive and want to avoid cross-contamination, look for gluten-free labels on each non-dairy ingredient.

Smaller Serving Size + Larger Group/More Servings:

The written recipe makes 12 servings. Adjust the slider in the recipe card below for a different serving size.

Make It Spicy:

You can make this 7-layer Taco Dip spicy using spicy bean dip, spicy guacamole, spicy taco seasoning, spicy mayonnaise, spicy chopped tomatoes, spicy shredded cheese, or all of the above if you want it extra hot!

Sugar-Free:

The sugar content of this game-day dip depends on your ingredients. Check that all have no added sugars to make it sugar-free.

Nutrition information, including calories, protein, calcium, carbohydrates, fiber, vitamin c, potassium, cholesterol, sodium, trans fat, monounsaturated fat, polyunsaturated fat, and more, will vary depending on the products used.

7 layer taco dip text over a glass baking dish with shredded lettuce on top of dip, next to a bowl of tortilla chips

What to Serve with 7-Layer Taco Dip

Aside from serving this crowd-pleasing 7-Layer Taco Dip with veggies, corn or tortilla chips, celery, carrot sticks, bell pepper slices, pita chips, toast points, or Frito Scoops, you can pair it with other tailgating and snacktime favorites for a game-day-ready appetizer platter in no time! Here are some menu planning suggestions.

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