Easy Classic 7-Layer Dip Recipe for Perfect Quick Party Snacks
A quick and easy 7-layer dip featuring refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, cheese, olives, and green onions. Perfect for last-minute parties and crowd-pleasing snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (450 g) refried beans (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup (240 ml) guacamole (fresh or store-bought)
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream (full-fat preferred)
- 1 cup (240 ml) salsa (chunky or smooth)
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese (sharp)
- 1/4 cup (30 g) black olives, sliced
- 2–3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- Optional: 1/2 cup (120 ml) diced tomatoes
- Optional: 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped
Instructions
- Spread the entire 16 oz (450 g) of refried beans evenly in the bottom of your serving dish. If too thick, stir in a teaspoon of water or salsa for smoother spread.
- Spoon 1 cup (240 ml) of guacamole over the beans and gently smooth it out without mixing layers.
- Spread 1 cup (240 ml) of sour cream over the guacamole. For best results, mix sour cream with a pinch of garlic powder or a squeeze of lime juice beforehand.
- Spoon 1 cup (240 ml) of salsa on top of the sour cream, keeping it relatively even.
- Evenly distribute 1 cup (100 g) of shredded cheddar cheese over the salsa.
- Scatter 1/4 cup (30 g) sliced black olives and thinly sliced green onions (2-3 stalks) over the cheese.
- Optionally, add diced tomatoes or jalapeños evenly over the top.
- Chill the dip in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Serve immediately if in a rush.
- Optional: Warm the dip in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes to melt the cheese.
Notes
Use ripe avocados for best guacamole flavor. Chill dip for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. For warming, bake at 350°F for 10 minutes to melt cheese without mixing layers. Can be made ahead and stored covered in fridge up to 3 days. Stir guacamole layer before serving if it darkens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup (60 g)
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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