classic Seven-Layer Dip—party favorite, colorful, and packed with flavor. I’ll give a full, detailed recipe with step-by-step directions so it comes out perfect every time. 🌮🥑

🥗 Seven-Layer Dip (Classic Version)

Layers: Refried beans → Guacamole → Sour cream → Salsa → Cheese → Olives → Green onions

⏱ Time

Prep: 20 minutes
Chill: 1 hour (recommended for best flavor)
Total: ~1 hr 20 min

🍽 Serves

8–10 people as appetizer

🧾 INGREDIENTS

Layer 1: Refried Beans

1 can (16 oz / 450 g) refried beans
½ teaspoon cumin (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste

Layer 2: Guacamole

2 ripe avocados
1 tablespoon lime juice
¼ teaspoon salt
1–2 tablespoons finely chopped onion (optional)
1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)

Layer 3: Sour Cream

½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon lime juice (optional)
Salt to taste

Layer 4: Salsa

½ cup fresh or store-bought salsa
Mild, medium, or hot, depending on preference

Layer 5: Cheese

1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

Layer 6: Toppings

¼ cup sliced black olives
2–3 green onions, thinly sliced
Optional: diced tomatoes, jalapeños, cilantro

Optional Chips

Tortilla chips, for serving

🔪 STEP-BY-STEP DIRECTIONS

Step 1: Prepare a serving dish

Use a clear glass pie dish or shallow bowl to show off the layers.

Step 2: Layer the refried beans

Warm beans slightly if desired.
Spread evenly on the bottom of the dish.
Smooth with the back of a spoon.

Step 3: Layer the guacamole

Mash avocados in a bowl.
Mix in lime juice, salt, and optional onion/garlic.
Carefully spread guacamole over the bean layer.

Step 4: Layer the sour cream

Mix sour cream with lime juice and salt (optional).
Spread gently over guacamole layer.

Step 5: Add the salsa

Spoon salsa over the sour cream.
Spread gently for even coverage.

Step 6: Add cheese

Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the salsa layer.

Step 7: Add final toppings

Add sliced black olives and green onions.
Optional: diced tomatoes, jalapeños, cilantro.

Step 8: Chill (recommended)

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
This helps flavors meld together.

✅ Serving Suggestions

Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggie sticks.
Cut into small portions to let everyone enjoy all seven layers in each bite.

🔥 Tips for the Perfect Seven-Layer Dip

Use ripe avocados for creamy guacamole.
Spread carefully to keep distinct layers.
Chill before serving for better flavor and easier scooping.
Customize layers: add corn, beans, or hot sauce for extra punch.

Seven-layer dip