This easy 7 Layer Dip is always a HUGE hit at parties, potlucks, gameday, and reunions. Refried beans, avocados, sour cream, cheddar, Monterey Jack, black olives, tomatoes, and green onions combined with a few spices and herbs make this dip one of our all-time favorites. Serve with fresh tortilla chips, and watch this dip disappear.
No matter what time of the year it is, this dip is always a hot commodity and one of the first dishes to go. I love to serve this at our neighborhood get-togethers with Crispy Fried Mushrooms, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, and Buffalo Chicken Dip.
What is in 7 Layer Dip?
- Refried beans – I personally liked the vegetarian kind best, but any can of refried beans will work.
- Avocado – mixed with a few goodies, or in a pinch, you could pick up already prepared guacamole.
- Sour cream – full fat or light
- Cheese – finely shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or any Mexican blend
- Black olives – sliced, of course
- Tomatoes – grape, cherry, or Roma tomatoes.
- Green onions – thinly sliced
How to make 7 Layer Dip
Start by combining the refried beans, Rotel tomatoes, and taco seasoning in a medium bowl. Then spread the mixture in an even layer at the bottom of a casserole dish. Now mash the avocados, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, onion powder, salt, and cayenne in a small bowl. Then spread that over the bean layer. Now carefully spread the sour cream over the avocado layer. Then sprinkle the top with the finely shredded cheese, black olives, tomatoes, and green onions. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Recipe notes and helpful tips.
- For a change of taste, add a layer of salsa or a bit of salsa to the sour cream layer.
- Make it a main meal and add a layer of cooked seasoned ground beef.
- Any shredded Mexican-style cheese will work, including sharp cheddar cheese, Pepper Jack, Monterey Jack, or Asadero Cheese.
- For ultimate flavor, use fresh, not dried, cilantro.
- Try different toppings like shredded lettuce, pickled jalapenos, Pico de Gallo, blackened corn, or diced bell peppers.
- For a healthier option, substitute plain Greek yogurt for the sour cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
How far in advance can you prepare this dip?
This delicious dip can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Make sure to include the lime juice in the avocado layer, cover the dip with plastic wrap, and refrigerate.
How long does 7 layer dip last?
It is best to serve within 24 hours after preparing while the ingredients are fresher. However, if covered tightly and stored in the refrigerator, it will last up to 3 days. For best results, use fresh lime juice with the avocado to help prolong that beautiful green color.
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Easy 7 Layer Dip Recipe
This classic layer tex-mex dip is always a hit at parties, potlucks, and reunions. Fix a batch for the family for movie night and watch it disappear.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: appetizer
- Method: bowl and spoon
- Cuisine: Tex Mex
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
- 1 (10 ounce) can rotel tomatoes and green chilies drained
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 3 medium avocados peeled and seeded
- 1 lime juiced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1 ½ cups sour cream
- 2 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey jack cheese blend
- ½ cup sliced black olives
- 1 cup diced cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, or roma tomatoes
- ⅓ cup sliced green onions
Instructions
- Combine the refried beans, Rotel tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Spread the mixture in a 7 x 11-inch casserole dish.
- Mash the avocado. Mix in the lime juice, garlic, cilantro, onion powder, salt, and cayenne. Spread it over the bean layer.
- Carefully spread the sour cream over the avocado layer. Top with the finely shredded cheese, black olives, tomatoes, and green onions. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a change of taste, add a layer of salsa or a bit of salsa to the sour cream layer.
- Make it a main meal and add a layer of cooked seasoned ground beef.
- Any shredded Mexican-style cheese will work, including sharp cheddar cheese, Pepper Jack, Monterey Jack, or Asadero Cheese.
- For ultimate flavor, use fresh, not dried, cilantro.
- Try different toppings like shredded lettuce, pickled jalapenos, Pico de Gallo, blackened corn, or diced bell peppers.
- For a healthier option, substitute plain Greek yogurt for the sour cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Shadi
Easy and delicious, this one is a keeper. I know I’m going to make it over and over again!
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Janie
I”m definitely saving this recipe and making it this weekend. Everyone loves a good dip and this one will be it. Off to the store I go for the ingredients.
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Elizabeth
Oh man, this dip has so many layers of amazing flavors! I brought it to a pool party and everyone gobbled it up. Thanks for the recipe.
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Kay
I love the combination of flavors in this dip. Thanks for sharing.
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Beth Pierce
Thanks, Kay! So glad that you liked it!
Dannii
This was an epic dip. Everyone was asking for the recipe.
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Gene Finch
Great recipe, I did putt a layer of chunky salsa, browned sausage. I also mixed in a packet of Fiesta dip mix into the sour cream. It turned out fantastic!
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Beth Pierce
Thanks, Gene!
Dottie Goodwin
Looks fantastic!
Lynn
Really good dip with tons of flavor. I don’t care for black olives so I substituted corn instead. This recipe is always a big hit.
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Beth Pierce
Thanks Lynn! Glad that you were able to customize it to suit your taste!
Elise Ho
I agree that the vegetarian beans are the best
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Pooja
This is my favorite dip recipe but be careful. It is very addicting.
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Fransic verso
This looks so yummy. something I haven’t tried before and I would love to try it. I will see if I can try it. Thank you for sharing it!
Cinny
I love a good dip. This would be a great recipe to test out.
Brianne
This seven-layer dip is so full of mouthwatering flavors. This is perfect for my next party!
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Krystle
This dip is addicting. We ate the whole pan just as a family!
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Angelica
I’ve made a similar version of this but this looks so much better!
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Richelle Milar
Wow! This is such a really amazing recipe! It was absolutely delicious I love it!
Subarna
This 7 layer dip looks absolutely beautiful. The colors will tempt people to taste. I am sure it will taste as it looks. Will try it soon. As it sounds so yummy
Bryan
A party isn’t a party without chips and dip! And a seven layer dip is my absolute favorite type of dip.
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Beth Pierce
Mine too! It is so yummy!
Stephanie
7 Layer Dip is one of my absolute favorite things at a party! I make it a lot at home, too, and when I worked in an office that did monthly potlucks, it was always my thing to bring in. Everyone loved it. I’ve never tried black olives on mine before, though, so will add those next time!
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Briana Baker
YUM! Take the olives off and I am IN! LOL, I’d probably replace them with japos!
laura
This dip is making me hungry; I must take the time to make some, thanks for sharing this with us.
Beth Pierce
The pleasure is all mine Laura! Enjoy!!
Rose Ann Sales
Wow! This was a really amazing recipe! It was absolutely delicious I love it!
Kathy
This was so good. I have had 7 layer dips before, but this one was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Beth
We love this 7 layer dip and always make it for our Superbowl party.
Amber Myers
I am all about easy. This looks like a simple and delicious dip to make!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Amber! Enjoy!!
Brianna
One of the best if not the best 7 layer dip I’ve ever made. Thank you!
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Beth Pierce
Thanks Brianna! So happy that you liked it!
Rachel
Love the small version of this dish. The avocado mixture is very fresh flavorful. Better overall than other versions I’ve tried.
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Beth Pierce
Thanks Rachel! Enjoy!!
Lauren
It was a big hit at moms night in!
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Beth Pierce
Awesome!
Anosa Malanga
I haven’t tried making this one yet and I would definitely love to try it out! I guess I will make this over the weekend to try out.
Clarice
Wow! This looks really delicious. Very timely since I have some friends visiting us tomorrow. Would love to try this. Thank you for teaching us how to make the 7 layer dip. 🙂
Ntensibe Edgar
Nnniiicccceeeee….it’s my first time seeing such a dip! I am bookmarking it for when I am in the kitchen!
Thena
This looks amazing! I want to make this right now but I think it will be perfect for halloween! I cant wait to try.
AscendingButterfly
Avocado and Sour Cream are definitely my love language! This dip would be an entire meal for my single butt! 🙂
Ave
This dip looks delicious and would be a great dish to bring to any gathering. We really like Mexican-inspired dishes.
Bill
Aww, yeah. Nothing is better than 7 layer dip. It’s my go-to whenever we go out for Mexican. I need to give this one a try.
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Elise Ho
Good dip doesn’t last at a party but these layered dips do keep up pretty well in the fridge, if you have the right container.
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Tara Pittman
This looks so deicious. I will have to make this soon.
Ruth I
This looks so good! I honestly haven’t tasted something like this before so I am curious of the taste.
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Gervin Khan
Oh my goodness, your 7 layer dip looks really good and tasty. It makes me hungry!
Monica Simpson
I laughed at the question “how long does the dip last?” only because if it’s brought to a party it won’t last long at all! This is such a crowd pleaser.
Beth Pierce
So true!
Heather
At my last job, one of the girls used to bring a seven layer dip all the time. I would love to try to make it myself.
Anne Marie
So easy to put together! I want to try your BLT dip, too.
Tara Pittman
I saw some vegan sour cream the other day. So I will be making this in a plant-based version.
Kara
Adding the rotel to the refried beans added so much flavor! Is it bad that I could eat this as a meal and be totally happy?
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Sara Welch
This is always one of my favorite recipes to serve at parties and for good reason! Quick, easy and delicious! Always have a clean plate by the end of the event!
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Erin
Love this recipe so much. It went over well at book club. I’m going to try some of your other dips as well. Thanks!
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Patty Reynolds
Looks yummy and easy to make…Have to make soon.
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Beth Pierce
Thanks Patty! Enjoy!
Allyssa
This is our new favorite dip! Thank you so much for sharing your idea of 7 layer dip! It’s indeed really easy and taste amazing!
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Danielle Wolter
My boyfriend is obsessed with 7 layer dip and always buys it from the store. Our anniversary is in a couple weeks so I am totally going to make this homemade version for him!
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Jacqueline Meldrum
WOW! That’s a dip and a half. It sounds amazing!
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Shinta Simon
I’ve always wanted to try this recipe for 7 layer dip ! Looks brilliant and perfect for entertaining. Looking forward to making it very soon
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Dannii
This looks like the perfect dip for game day. I can’t wait to try it.
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Michelle
Tried this dip yesterday and it was so good with a pile of chips! Will definitely make this again and soon!!
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Sandra
Such an amazing appetizer! This was a huge hit last weekend!
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Renee
This recipe is also delicious when a serving heated in microwave ‘til just warm enough to melt the cheese a bit. My boss did that years ago when I made this for a Christmas party.
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Beth Pierce
Thanks for the tip!
Beti | easyweeknightrecipes
Such a fantastic dip!! I love how easy and delicious this is!
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katerina @ diethood.com
YUM! This is my favorite dip!! Perfect for the weekend!!
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Catalina
All delicious ingredients that I go crazy over! It’s a must make dip for our movie night.
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Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert
This 7 Layer Dip is couldn’t look any more perfect!
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Jo
Perfect for movie night! my whole family loves it!
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Amanda
This has always been a hit, everyone loved every bite!
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