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Seven Layer Dip

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By: Leigh Anne WilkesPosted: 12/29/20Updated: 10/17/24

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Seven Layer Dip is the perfect combination of all of your favorite Mexican flavors. It is popular at any party and one of the first appetizers to disappear.

seven layer dip with tortilla chips

Why You’ll Love This Recipe!

This recipe is always required for any big football watching occasion at our home.  It is the first thing that my son will request when I ask what they want.  Be it New Year’s Eve or Super Bowl Sunday there will be Seven Layer Dip at our house.

Why is it Called Seven Layer Dip?

Traditionally this dip has seven layers of ingredients and that is how it gets its name. Technically, the way I make it, it only has 6 layers of different ingredients but who is counting?  If you are insistent on having seven layers scroll down to see what I did to make it officially a seven layer dip!

Seven Layer Dip topped with cheese tomatoes black olives and green onions

Ingredients Needed

  • Sour Cream
  • Mayonnaise
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • Tomato
  • Green Onions
  • Black Olives
  • Guacamole
  • Taco Seasoning
ingredients for 7 layer dip

How to Make Seven Layer Dip

The first step is to find a pretty serving dish.  I just used a shallow white baking dish.  About 9″ inches in diameter

Layer One

  • Layer Guacamole on the bottom of your dish in an even layer.  You can make it from scratch but I use store-bought if I’m rushed for time.  I like the fresh guacamole they sell in the Deli section.  But if you want to make your own, check out my Chipotle Copycat Guacamole recipe.
guacamole layer of seven layer dip

Second Layer

  • In a bowl, combine sour cream and taco seasoning mix. Mix to combine. Layer on top of the guacamole layer.
spreading sour cream over guacamole for seven layer dip

Third Layer

  • Sliced Black Olives

Fourth Layer

  • Chopped Green Onions

Fifth Layer

  • Shredded cheese. I like to use Cheddar but Monterey Jack would be delish too.

Sixth Layer

  • Diced Tomatoes
Seven Layer Dip in a white dish with tortilla chips

Seventh Layer

  • Sour Cream. I think the Seven Layer Dip looks and tastes quite lovely just like this, with only six layers but if you are a detail person and need to have seven layers, give it a drizzle of sour cream over the top!  Then you’ve got Seven Layer Dip!
  • Serve with Tortilla chips.
Seven Layer Dip drizzled with sour cream


Frequently Asked Questions

How long will 7 layer dip last?

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. The longer it is refrigerated the dip will begin to “bleed” or become watery. You can drain off the liquid and it will still taste great.

Why doesn’t your recipe have beans in it?

Traditionally seven layer dip does have a layer of beans but I am not a fan of beans so I don’t include it, feel free to add a layer of black beans or refried beans between the guacamole and sour cream layer.

Tips from leigh Anne

7-Layer Dip Variations:

  1. Add a layer of ground beef, cook and seasoned with taco seasoning on top of the guacamole layer.
  2. Add a layer of drained, rinsed black beans or refried beans between guacamole and sour cream layer.
  3. Sprinkle top with some cilantro.
  4. Instead of tomatoes, use pico de gallo.
  5. Garnish top with some sliced avocados.
scooping Seven Layer Dip with a tortilla chip

Check out some of my other Recipes:

  • Halloween Appetizers
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip
  • Strawberry Layer Cake
  • Yellow Cake Recipe
  • New Year’s Eve Appetizers
  • Black Bean Salsa
  • Tomato Bacon Cups
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seven layer dip in a white dish

Seven Layer Dip

Recipe From: Leigh Anne Wilkes
Seven Layer Dip is the most requested appetizer at our home for football watching and any time!
serves: 12 servings
Prep:15 minutes minutes
Cook:0 minutes minutes
Total:15 minutes minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups gucamole
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 2 1.25 oz. pkgs. taco seasoning mix
  • 4 Tbsp mayo
  • 1 2.25 oz. can sliced olives
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese grated
  • 1-2 tomatoes chopped
  • 1/4 cup sour cream for drizzling

Instructions

  • Layer guacamole into serving dish
  • Mix together sour cream, taco seasoning mix, mayo and layer over guacamole
  • Sprinkle sliced olives, green onions, cheese, and tomatoes over the top of the sour cream mixture
  • Drizzle with sour cream if desired
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve and serve with chips

Tips & Notes:

7-Layer Dip Variations:
  1. Add a layer of ground beef, cook and seasoned with taco seasoning on top of the guacamole layer.
  2. Add a layer of drained, rinsed black beans or refried beans between guacamole and sour cream layer.
  3. Sprinkle top with some cilantro.
  4. Instead of tomatoes, use pico de gallo.
  5. Garnish top with some sliced avocados.

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Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 223kcal (11%) Carbohydrates: 3g (1%) Protein: 6g (12%) Fat: 20g (31%) Saturated Fat: 9g (56%) Cholesterol: 44mg (15%) Sodium: 197mg (9%) Potassium: 202mg (6%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 1g (1%) Vitamin A: 615IU (12%) Vitamin C: 4.3mg (5%) Calcium: 189mg (19%) Iron: 0.4mg (2%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Course:Appetizer
Cuisine:Mexican
seven layer dip in a white dish
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  1. Paula M says

    Posted on 1/31 at 7:08 pm

    I love making this layered dip, but I have always made mine with a base layer of Vegetarian Refried Beans, that I mix a drained can diced chilies into.

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  2. Carolyn B says

    Posted on 12/30 at 8:21 pm

    My family LOVES this dip, but we add a couple more layers. On the bottom we put a layer of our favorite bean dip and on top I sprinkle either a can of drained diced green chilies or if we like it hot – diced jalapenos. Try it, you’ll like it!

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  3. kelly says

    Posted on 12/30 at 12:34 pm

    one of our favorites! thank you for always posting great recipes and such beautiful presentations! your family is very lucky!

    Reply
  4. Heather says

    Posted on 12/29 at 7:32 pm

    This dip is the best! I make one a lot like it and my husband says he could eat just that all day long.

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