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Individual Seven-Layer Dips

Fun and vibrant individual seven‑layer dips served in small glasses—layers of beans, sour cream, guac, salsa, cheese, tomatoes, onions, and olives—for easy serving and great presentation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Assembling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1 16 oz can refried beans
  • 1 1 oz package taco seasoning
  • 1 cup guacamole or make your own
  • 1 8 oz container sour cream
  • 1 cup chunky salsa or pico de gallo drained as needed
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 2 Roma tomatoes diced
  • ½ bunch green onions sliced
  • 1 2.25 oz can sliced olives, drained
  • 8 9 oz plastic tumblers (or any small clear glasses)
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl combine the refried beans and taco seasoning. Mix until seasoning is evenly distributed.
  • For each individual glass, layer approximately 2 tablespoons of seasoned beans at bottom.
  • Add about 2 tablespoons sour cream as second layer.
  • Next layer 2 tablespoons guacamole.
  • Then spoon in 2 tablespoons salsa or pico de gallo (make sure drained to avoid excess liquid).
  • Add 2 tablespoons shredded cheese as next layer.
  • Top with diced tomatoes, sliced olives, and green onions.
  • Garnish with one tortilla chip per glass if desired.
  • Keep chilled until serving time; add fresh toppings just before serving to keep them crisp.

Notes

  • Drain salsa well to avoid soggy dips.
  • Assemble glasses ahead (up to cheese layer), add delicate toppings just before serving.
  • Use clear glasses to show layers clearly—it makes presentation feel special.
  • Offer a variety of chip types so guests can choose.
  • Chill before serving so flavors meld slightly, but serve cool, not frozen.