I am a huge fan of holiday food and while I’ve got a special place in my heart for Christmas sweets and treats of all kinds, I have to admit that as an adult, there’s another type of holiday food that I love even more…appetizers! In fact, our family’s Christmas Eve tradition is to put out big trays of assorted appetizers in the late afternoon and snack on them all night long until bedtime.
Considering how much I love appetizers, it goes without saying that I’ve got quite a few recipes that are favourites not just with me, but with everyone that samples them. From decadent crab and cream cheese stuffed mushrooms to homemade oven-baked hot wings, there’s no shortage of appetizer options in this house! But one of my all-time favourite recipes, both because of its ease and its popularity, is this Festive Layered Mexican Dip!
Festive Layered Mexican Dip
Ingredients
- 1 can refried beans
- 1 package taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 oz. 1/2 package Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup Cracker Barrel Shredded Tex Mex cheese
- 1 to mato chopped
- 1/2 green pepper chopped
- 1/4 cup black olives sliced
- tortilla chips to serve
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, blend refried beans and taco seasoning until combined. Spread over bottom of large serving bowl.
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Blend sour cream and cream cheese until combined. Spread over refried beans.
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Spread guacamole over sour cream mixture, then spread salsa over guacamole.
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Sprinkle grated cheese over top of dip.
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Just before serving, top dip with chopped tomato, green pepper and black olives. Serve with tortilla chips.
What appeals to me so much about this recipe is how festive it is. With the red salsa, green guacamole and fresh red and green veggies on top, it’s a feast for the eyes as well as the mouth. And of course, nobody can resist the way the spicy flavours are complimented by the blend of sour cream and decadent Philadelphia cream cheese! For those that love spicing things up even more, consider exchanging the regular cream cheese for Philadelphia Jalapeno Cream Cheese!
With holiday party season quickly approaching, having a good stock of tasty appetizer recipes on hand just makes sense. And if you’re looking for some inspiration, Kraft Canada has tons of amazing Party Appetizer Recipes that you’ll want to check out! In fact, I found one of my other all-time favourite recipes, Crispy Coconut Shrimp, in the site’s recipe collection!
Want to host your own appetizer party? Plan on six hot appetizers and six cold appetizers per person, and make as many of the appetizers in advance as possible. Stuffed mushrooms can be prepared and stored in the fridge in the morning, then baked right before the party. And most dips can be made a day before the party. This Layered Mexican Dip is a perfect example; just sprinkle the fresh chopped veggies on top right before serving so they stay crisp. Then kick back, relax and enjoy some serious appetizer indulgence with family and friends. With recipes from Kraft Canada, appetizers couldn’t be easier!
AD says
Love layered dips and especially Mexican style ones… Perfect for the holidays and feeding a crowd; I find its always easiest to have these types of appies at parties. AND I love appies.
Kathryn says
I hear that! I am NUTS for appetizers! Lol And it’s true; who doesn’t love a good layered dip?
Soozle says
I have made basically this exact dip before (but have never thought to use flavored cream cheese!!) and it is a hit – never a spoonful left at the end of the night 🙂
Kathryn says
It is a popular one for sure! I have the same experience; everyone polishes it off without fail!
Elizabeth Matthiesen says
This looks so good but I’m afraid I can’t eat spicy food. Most of my adult children would be all for this though, where they get their appreciation of spicy food I just don’t know.
Kathryn says
Haha, Elizabeth! With regular cream cheese, this is actually a pretty mild dip. But I know the feeling with spicy food; I don’t mind it occasionally but my guy…I sometimes can’t see his food through the hot sauce! Lol
Alison Gibb says
This layered dip looks yummy. I used to make a layered dipbut I can’t find the recipe. I will try yours!!
Kathryn says
I can’t wait to hear what you think, Alison! This is definitely my favourite layered dip recipe. 🙂
samantha says
looks amazing going to put this to the test!
Chandra O'Connor says
Yummy yummy yummy that’s always on our table when having guests
Keri Tischart says
This looks delish! I may have to try for my Christmas party this weekend
jan says
I could eat this whole container myself! Love the stuff.
Cheryl says
This dip looks like absolutely delicious
Amy S. says
Appetizer parties are my favourite! In fact, we’re planning one for this weekend! This dip would go over really well so I’m pinning it!
Teresa says
I absolutely Love the dip!!!
Marsalie says
This looks amazing. Can’t wait to try it out.
Cheryl says
What a great looking dip!! I will have to make it over the holidays 🙂
kristen visser says
this would be absolutely perfect for my girls christmas this weekend!! i was wondering what to make but this would be perfect cause its all apps 🙂
Suzanne G says
This layered dish is very colourful and so appealing looking. I am going to try this dish over the holidays and I am sure it will be enjoyed by everyone.
LisaM says
one of my favourites! Although I’ve never tried to make it. My aunt usually brings something similar to family gatherings
nicolthepickle says
This looks delicious. My family loves dip and this would be perfect for a party.
Florence C says
This one would make a delicious dip for my family this holiday season.
Louanne Baelde says
This dip looks amazing! I will have to try it for sure, especially around the holidays!
Meg says
Layered dips are my favorite. I like how your clear dip dish shows off the pretty layers- I need one like that. Thank you!
Melanie B says
This looks so yummy!! Would be a perfect appetizer for our Christmas eve!
Ephraim says
Looks delicious! I’ll have to try making it
Heather Howard says
This definitely wouldn’t be for me. But I know a few people who would enjoy it for sure!
Jamie hall says
This is one my favourite my dips
Stephanie LaPlante says
This sounds super delicious!!!
Cherie Varrin says
I love to try new dips. That looks and sounds delicious!
Helena says
Looks not only eye appealing, it looks nutritious. Love the layers.
Luminous Angel says
Thanks for this awesome recipe! My family loves nachos and dip 😉
Lynda Cook says
The layered dip is so good, in fact it’s so good I don’t want to share, I want to keep it all for myself!!
Julie F says
I love the sound of that dip!
angela m says
Yummy this sounds delicious.
Rosanne Robinson says
This dip looks so yummy and it will be perfect for the party we’re going to on the 19th, thx!
Kate Hearn says
This sounds delish! I have to make an ap for my Christmas party…this might be the winner
Valerie Williams says
That dip looks really good!
Judy Cowan says
Sounds and looks really good. Will have to try it over the holidays.
Doris H says
Looks delicious…I have to try making it.
Silvia D says
thank you for the recipe! I can see this becoming a family favourite!
BobbyBagnell says
Making my mouth water, gimme now!
Kimm Coleman says
Will have to try this recipe. It sounds delicious!
Michelle Anderson says
Great contests
Moe Bwell says
We have this dish very often, but use a couple different things for our layers, thanks.
Erika Belanger says
I LOVE Mexican dip!! My mom made this for every special occasion and I try to but I can never get mine to taste as good as hers!@ yummmy!!