5 Layer Mexican Dip Recipe

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo or any day with this vibrant and delicious 5-Layer Mexican Dip! This easy recipe, inspired by Kraft Foods, is perfect as an appetizer or a light lunch. Creamy layers of refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and cheese combine for a flavor explosion that will have everyone reaching for more. Get ready for a fiesta in your mouth!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 200 mins
Calories 104.6 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (10 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 5 Layer Mexican Dip

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How to Make 5 Layer Mexican Dip

  1. In a medium bowl, mix 1 (15-ounce) can refried beans, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and ½ teaspoon ground cumin.
  2. Spread the bean mixture evenly on the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
  3. Layer 1 ½ cups prepared guacamole on top of the beans.
  4. Spread 1 cup sour cream evenly over the guacamole.
  5. Top with 1 (16-ounce) jar of your favorite salsa.
  6. Finish with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Cover the pie plate with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to chill thoroughly.
  8. Serve with your favorite tortilla chips. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

19g

Carbs

2g