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    Home » Recipes

    5 Layer Taco Dip

    Published: Jan 24, 2014 · Modified: Jun 14, 2023 by Alison · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Layered Taco Dip is a delicious and easy to make appetizer that is enjoyed by everyone and perfect for parties!

    game day 5 layer taco dip

    Looking for an easy recipe for the Big Game?

    Check out this quick and easy 5 layer taco dip. A delicious layered Mexican dip that is full of cream cheese, taco seasoning, salsa, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and black olives. Creamy, crunchy, and perfectly dippable. 

    This taco dip recipe can be thrown together in no time and ready to be served up with salty tortilla chips, crisp veggies, or even French bread. It’s perfect for a game day spread and pairs nicely with Game Day Sliders!

    taco dip recipe

    Do you eat 5 Layer Dip hot or cold?

    You will eat this dip cold. Also you will want to keep this layered dip refrigerated until you are ready to serve, as it will spoil if left out too long at room temperature. 

    If you are looking for more dip ideas try out this deviled egg dip, slow cooker rotel dip, or even my popular buffalo chicken dip. All of these are crazy good. 

    This 5 Layer Dip Recipe Is..

    • Easy to Make 
    • Budget Friendly 
    • Great For Parties, Game Day Snacking, Potlucks 
    • Family Friendly 
    • Everyday Simple Ingredients 

    Ingredients Needed for 5 Layer Dip 

    • Cream Cheese – Make sure to use softened cream cheese. This will allow the cream cheese to mix well and create a creamy texture. 
    • Sour Cream – You could use a plain Greek yogurt if you would prefer. 
    • Taco Seasoning – Learn how to make homemade taco seasoning if you want! 
    • Shredded Cheese 
    • Salsa
    • Shredded Lettuce 
    • Tomatoes 
    • Black Olives 

    How to Make 5 Layer Taco Dip 

    Full steps on how to make this 5 layer taco dip are in the printable recipe card below. This is a quick walk through. 

    Step One: Start by mixing your cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, and taco seasoning together. Once it is mixed and not clumpy, spread in a shallow glass pan. 

    Step Two: Next you will begin layers. Start with lettuce, then tomatoes, cheese, and lastly olives. 

    cold layered taco dip

    Storing Taco Dip 

    Any leftover dip needs to be stored in the fridge in an airtight container. This taco dip will store for 2-3 days. I find that the lettuce and tomatoes will be the first thing to go bad on this, as it wilts. 

    You can make a double batch for serving more people, or cut down the size by half if you don’t want to make as much dip. 

    Tips For Success 

    • Using a hand mixer will help to ensure the cream cheese becomes ultra creamy. Otherwise it can leave clumps. 
    • Use any flavor of salsa you like, as it is going to give quite a bit of flavor to the dip. If your dip is pretty liquidy you can drain off some of the liquid so it doesn’t become too watered down. 
    • If you want to make a day ahead, I suggest waiting to add the lettuce, tomatoes and olives until right before serving. That way they have the crisp texture. 
    5 layer taco dip without meat

    What to Serve With Taco Dip 

    No matter how you serve this dip, it is gonna tickle everyone’s taste buds. 

    • Tortilla chips 
    • Corn Chips 
    • Crisp Veggies – Celery sticks, bell peppers, etc. 
    • Pork Rinds 
    • Pita Chips
    • Use dip as a topper for burritos, tacos, etc. 
    • Etc. 

    Recipe

    5 Layer Taco Dip

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    A delicious and easy to make appetizer that is enjoyed by everyone and perfect for parties!
    4.67 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Additional Time 1 hour hr
    Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
    Course Appetizers & Snacks
    Cuisine American

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 8 oz. Package of Philadelphia Cream Cheese
    • 8 oz. of Sour Cream
    • 1 Packet of Taco Seasoning
    • 16 oz. of Mild Salsa
    • 1 8 oz. Package of Mild Shredded Cheese
    • 1 Small bag of Shredded Lettuce
    • 2 Large Red Tomatoes diced
    • 1 Small can of Black Sliced Olives

    Instructions
     

    • Add cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning and mild salsa to a large bowl.
    • Beat with a mixer 1-2 minutes or until cream cheese is not clumpy.
    • Pour mixture into a shallow glass pan.
    • Add a layer of lettuce on top.
    • Add a layer of tomatoes.
    • Add a layer of cheese.
    • Add a layer of olives.
    • Cover and place in fridge for 1-2 hours.
    • Enjoy with chips, veggies, etc.

    Notes

    Storing Taco Dip 

    Any leftover dip needs to be stored in the fridge in an airtight container. This taco dip will store for 2-3 days. I find that the lettuce and tomatoes will be the first thing to go bad on this, as it wilts. 
    You can make a double batch for serving more people, or cut down the size by half if you don't want to make as much dip. 

    Nutrition Disclosure

    Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.

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    1. Kathy

      November 27, 2024 at 8:35 pm

      9×13 dish?

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      • Alison

        December 02, 2024 at 7:51 pm

        Yes, I used a 9X13 baking dish.

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