Layered Taco Dip

Quick and easy meatless layered taco dip that is ready in 5 minutes! This dip is packed with flavor and the perfect appetizer for a party or game day party. It starts with a layer of creamy taco seasoned cream cheese and is topped with salsa and shredded cheese.  Grab you chips and get to dipping!

I can never get enough dip recipes in my life. They are so good, easy and always a crowd pleaser. This easy layered taco dip has an incredible cream cheese base, a little zip with the salsa and another creamy element with the cheese.

It’s super quick to make too! You pretty much dump, mix and spread. That’s my kind of style! You could also add a layer of hamburger with or without taco seasoning to add a little extra protein to this dip too. You’re going to love this easy taco dip recipe and how incredibly creamy and flavorful it is. Make sure to check out this Easy Taco Dip for another delicious version.

Why You’ll Love Layered Taco Dip

• The prep time for this dish is only 5 minutes. Sure, the total time is longer but that’s just the time that it takes to chill in the refrigerator! There’s nothing else you have to do to it.
• Use this as a base recipe to adapt and change however you want. Add extra layers and add-ins to make the dip extra yummy.
• You can prep this dip ahead of time, which will save you some time as you get ready for your parties and gatherings.

Ingredients for Layered Taco Dip Recipe

• Cream cheese – Make a delicious smooth and creamy layer with some cream cheese.
• Taco Seasoning – You can either use homemade taco seasoning or grab a packet of your favorite taco seasoning from the grocery store.
• Mayonnaise – Add some mayo to the cream cheese mixture to make it extra extra creamy and delicious.
• Salsa – Use some jarred salsa from the grocery store or make your own homemade salsa.
• Colby Jack cheese – Feel free to use a different type of shredded cheese if you prefer. Cheddar, Mexican cheese blend, and Monterey jack would all be tasty.

How to Make Layered Taco Dip

This dip is made up of three quick and easy layers. A layer of taco seasoned cream cheese, salsa and cheddar cheese!

To make the first layer grab your hand mixer and beat the cream cheese and taco seasoning together until fluffy. Add the mayonnaise to the cream cheese mixture and mix until combined.

Then, spread the creamy taco flavored mix in a glass pie plate or square baking pan. Anything will work!

Add salsa to the top of the cream cheese layer and spread it out evenly.

For the final step, add the shredded cheese on top of the salsa! Then, add green onions as a garnish if you want.

How to Store Layered Taco Dip

Cover the pie dish tightly in plastic wrap or transfer leftover dip to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Can you make layered taco dip ahead of time?

The best part about this layered taco dip recipe is that you can make it ahead of time. Perfect for when you are hosting a party!

I would recommend making it the night before and popping it in the fridge until ready to serve. In fact, I recommend chilling at least an hour so the flavor can blend together.

What to serve with layered taco dip

I always serve this delicious taco dip with tortilla chips, but you could serve it with pita chips, crackers or even some fresh vegetables! It’s a fabulous appetizer for crock pot chicken tacos night and a great side dish for fajitas too.

Serving it as a party appetizer? Then add some other dips like queso, rotel dip and Mexican street corn dip to serve alongside it. Or even serve it alongside taco pizza!

Layer Additions and Substitutions

You can use easy layered taco dip recipe as a base to adapt and change as needed. So many different ways to change up this tasty appetizer. Here are a few ideas to inspire you!

• Avocado – Diced, sliced or mashed aka guacamole! Layer these in the middle so they don’t discolor.
• Taco Meat – Make up some homemade ground beef taco meat and layer it in there!
• Chicken – Grill or saute diced chicken to add to this.
• Corn – Make sure this is cooked before you add it in there. Air fryer corn on the cob would work!
• Onions – Dice up some onions and throw it on there. You could caramelize them too if you want!
• Jalapeños – Take the seeds and membranes out if you don’t want the dip to be hot.
• Lettuce – Add a layer of shredded lettuce, but if you are making it ahead of time keep in mind that it may wilt or turn a bit brown on the edges.
• Tomatoes – Seed and dice tomatoes to add some more vegetables in.
• Refried Beans – Mix with a beat of milk and blend so it’s a creamy consistency and easy to scoop.
• Cilantro – Swap the green onions for cilantro or add it along with the green onion garnish.

This delicious layer dip is perfect for tailgating, summer parties and potlucks! Make it ahead of time and pop it into the fridge until you are ready to serve it or bring it along. It’s totally portable and so easy, plus it’s usually the first appetizer to disappear at all the parties I attend!

More Delicious Dip Recipes!

• If you loved layered dips this easy BLT dip is calling your name! All the flavor of your favorite BLT sandwich.
• The perfect blend of bacon, cheese and ranch make this Crack Dip impossible to stop munching on.
• The perfect summer party dip is this Cheesy Corn Dip!
• Hot Spinach Dip is a classic favorite that everyone needs to have a recipe for.