Easy 7-Layer Dip Jars
A quick and crowd-pleasing party snack featuring classic 7-layer dip ingredients served in individual jars for a neat, portable, and visually stunning presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
- 1 cup refried beans (about 240g)
- 1 cup sour cream (240ml), full fat or Greek yogurt as a substitute
- 1 cup guacamole (about 240g), homemade or store-bought
- 1 cup salsa (240ml), medium-spicy, chunky or smooth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (about 100g)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (about 25g)
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (about 30g)
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons (30g) of refried beans into the bottom of each jar and smooth evenly with the back of a spoon.
- Layer 2 tablespoons (30ml) of sour cream gently over the beans without mixing layers.
- Add 2 tablespoons (30g) of guacamole on top of the sour cream, spreading evenly with a small spatula or spoon.
- Carefully spoon 2 tablespoons (30ml) of salsa over the guacamole, placing gently to avoid breaking the guacamole layer.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons (15g) of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Top with 1 tablespoon (about 6g) of chopped green onions.
- Finish with about 1 tablespoon (8g) of sliced black olives.
- Chill the jars for up to 2 hours before serving or serve immediately. If chilled, let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use sturdy jars or cups to keep layers intact during transport. Chill refried beans before layering to prevent mixing. Drain excess liquid from guacamole if runny. For extra flavor, add smoked paprika or chili powder to sour cream layer. Can be made vegan by substituting dairy ingredients and using vegan refried beans. Can add cooked ground beef or chorizo for a meatier version. Serve with sturdy tortilla chips or vegetable sticks. Store leftovers refrigerated up to 2 days; avoid freezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One 8 oz jar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 420
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 8
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