If we have company over, sometimes we will make the dish half and half, like a pizza! One half might have added jalapeños, onions and/or black olives, while the other side doesn’t. My husband doesn’t like onions, but I do, so we portion off a small corner of the dish and sprinkle diced, white onions on it for me. This recipe doesn’t have to be set up layer by layer. Have fun with this recipe. That’s right. Feel free. Want to swap out some of the ingredients? Go for it. Want to add some more? Go right ahead.įor all of you guacamole lovers out there, add a layer of guacamole to this seven layer dip. Please note, this step is not necessary. However, I have tried it both ways and just really like the extra depth of flavor the seasoning adds to this layer. I add an additional 2-3 tablespoons of taco seasoning into the cream cheese/sour cream mixture. Take your 7 layer dip to the next level with some of these substitutions – So, how can we love this recipe even more? It’s fully customizable. That is what makes this recipe perfect for your next get together, because of its versatility. We love this recipe because it’s flavorful and easy to make. Follow with a layer each of crisp shredded lettuce, diced tomato and onion.Sprinkle Mexican cheese as the fourth layer.Add 2-3 tablespoons of taco seasoning to the cheese blend and spread this layer on top of the ground beef. To make the cream cheese/sour cream layer, use a hand mixer to blend 4 ounces of cream cheese (softened) and 8 ounces of sour cream.Brown ground beef on the stovetop on medium heat until there is no pink.Mix it well and spread it out in a 9 x 13 pan to create the first layer. Warm the refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl for about 30-45 seconds. The seasoned beef adds a favorable element to the dip that takes this 7 layer dip to the next level. I don’t like the taste of refried beans on its own. Technically, this is an 8 layer dip because I add seasoned beef to the recipe. From there, add your favorite toppings such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped onion and sliced jalapeños. Seasoned beef, refried beans, a cream cheese/sour cream blend and some shredded cheese. Because the rules are, there are no rules.Īnd a fully customizable 7 layer dip that takes just 20 minutes to make is my kind of munchie. I mean, you get to eat with your hands over a napkin or plate. Aside from that, appetizers and finger food are just fun to eat.