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    You are here: Home / Dips / Easy Taco Dip

    Easy Taco Dip

    June 9, 2018 By Sam 123 Comments

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    This Easy Taco Dip is a super simple dip that’s loaded with flavor and is a guaranteed hit at any cookout this summer. Made with a cream cheese and sour cream base and then topped off with classic taco toppings, everyone is going to love this easy dip!

    Taco Dip in a pie dish

    I don’t know why I always hesitate to share the easy recipes.   The hand-scrawled, crinkled and well-used ones that are tucked in the front of my recipe box, but that don’t even really need even reference anymore because I’ve made them so many times and know them so well that I have them committed to my memory.

    Recently I’ve gotten better about it, I’ve shared my simple Texas caviar, my almost-too-easy pulled chicken, and my favorite macaroni salad that I can pretty much make with my eyes closed at this point.

    This incredibly easy taco dip recipe is one such recipe, and I was especially hesitant to share it because it almost seems ridiculously simple.

    Ingredients for taco dip

    But, it’s also a favorite recipe in my house and I’ve been making this taco dip by request for every single party and get together for at least the past decade.

    Taco dip is made with a classic cream cheese/sour cream base, is seasoned with taco seasoning (you can use a storebought packet or make your own taco seasoning), and is topped with all of your favorite taco toppings.

    Crisp shredded lettuce, hot jalapeños, shredded Mexican cheese and juicy Roma tomatoes always make an appearance on mine, but I’ve heard of people adding everything from scallions to carrots (?!) to theirs.

    scooping taco dip onto a chip

    That’s another thing to love about this taco dip recipe… it’s so versatile.  Since I can’t stand olives and Zach feels the same about tomatoes, usually we make this recipe with a line down the center of it–olives on his half and tomatoes on mine.

    However you want to customize it, I’m pretty sure you’ll love it.

    Enjoy!!

    Taco Dip

    Easy Taco Dip

    This Easy Taco Dip is a super simple dip that's loaded with flavor and is a guaranteed hit at any cookout this summer. Made with a cream cheese and sour cream base and then topped off with classic taco toppings, everyone is going to love this easy dip!
    5 from 103 votes
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 10 servings
    Calories: 415kcal
    Author: Sam Merritt

    Ingredients

    • 16 oz brick-style cream cheese softened to room temperature (455g)
    • 2 cups sour cream (450g)
    • 4 Tablespoons taco seasoning (this is a 1 oz packet of premade taco seasoning or you can use your favorite homemade recipe) (30g)
    • 1 cup finely chopped lettuce
    • 4 Roma tomatoes seeds removed, chopped into small pieces
    • ½ cup sliced olives (65g)
    • sliced jalapenos, pickled or fresh for topping, optional
    • 1 ¼ cup finely shredded sharp cheddar or mexican cheese (145g)
    • Corn chips for serving
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    Instructions

    • Combine softened cream cheese and sour cream in a large bowl and stir together until creamed and well-combined (I like to use my electric mixer just to make sure there are no lumps).
    • Add taco seasoning and stir well.
    • Spread mixture evenly into a 9-10" pie dish.
    • Top mixture with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, olives, jalapenos (if using) and finally evenly sprinkle with shredded cheese.
    • Taco dip can be served immediately or can be covered and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving (excludes corn chips) | Calories: 415kcal

    Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.

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    Taco Dip in a serving dish

    This recipe was originally published 09/04/2015 and has been updated 06/09/2018. 

    Original photo:

    overhead of taco dip in white serving dish

     

     

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Jill

      August 23, 2020 at 9:19 am

      5 stars
      So easy and so good. Took to a party and came home with and empty dish.

      Reply
      • Sam

        August 23, 2020 at 10:37 am

        I am so glad everyone enjoyed it so much, Jill! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Deanna O'Connor

      August 11, 2020 at 9:43 pm

      5 stars
      I love how simple the recipe is. Thank you

      Reply
      • Sam

        August 12, 2020 at 11:04 am

        You’re very welcome, I’m so glad you enjoyed, Deanna!

        Reply
    3. Shelley

      July 17, 2020 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      So incredibly easy and so good! I did it exactly as the recipe states and it was perfect!

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 17, 2020 at 11:00 am

        I am so glad everyone enjoyed it so much, Shelley! 🙂

        Reply
        • Ray Tanguay

          July 29, 2020 at 11:10 am

          Morning Sam when you have a new recipes please end thank you send it to my gmail address please end thank you. i am thiking of making the Ultimate taco salad recipe

        • Sam

          July 29, 2020 at 1:58 pm

          Hi Ray! If you go to this page you can sign up to receive emails. You will then receive an email and you will have to confirm your subscription. 🙂

    4. LVS2BK

      July 02, 2020 at 3:28 pm

      Made this for years but reverse: 16 oz sour cream, 8 oz block cream cheese, pkg of taco seasoning. Then layer roma tomatoes (no seeds) AND then pour jar of mild salsa over tomatoes ( I use Paul Newman) then sprinkle finely shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese! No lettuce. Everyone LOVES it! I hope you’ll try mine, Sam. Thnx, I Love so many of your recipes!

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 03, 2020 at 9:23 am

        Yummy! Thank you for sharing, I will try this sometime! Thank you for trying my recipes, I appreciate it 🙂

        Reply
    5. Kris

      June 29, 2020 at 2:37 pm

      5 stars
      This is so darn good! I usually buy it from the deli but I can’t go back. This is WAYYY better. ^^

      Reply
      • Sam

        June 30, 2020 at 11:34 am

        I am so glad you enjoyed it so much, Kris! Homemade is always better if you ask me. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Lorri

      May 01, 2020 at 8:57 pm

      I havent made this yet but reading some comments… I wanted to say THANK YOU for sharing this FREE recipe with everyone.
      I buy a lot of taco dip and cant wait to see how this turns out.

      Reply
      • Sugar Spun Run

        May 01, 2020 at 10:30 pm

        Thank you so much for your appreciation, Lorri. I hope that you enjoy the recipe when you try it! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Rachel

      January 19, 2020 at 6:04 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! I added some black beans on top of the cream cheese/sour cream layer (just because I love them!) and everything else exactly as written. I’ll definitely make this again. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Sam

        January 19, 2020 at 7:20 pm

        I’m so glad to hear it! Thank you for letting me know how the taco dip turned out for you, Rachel! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Cecile Duhnke

      January 18, 2020 at 2:28 pm

      There are WAY too many ads in this page. Obnoxious!

      Reply
      • Sam

        January 18, 2020 at 2:50 pm

        Hi Cecile, The ads are what make these (free) recipes possible. My recipes are free to read and free to not read. If the ads are bothersome to you I would recommend buying a cookbook.

        Reply
        • Francine

          February 02, 2020 at 10:07 am

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        • Rita Kalina

          February 02, 2020 at 12:24 pm

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        • Ela

          June 13, 2020 at 9:40 am

          5 stars
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    9. Nancy

      January 11, 2020 at 8:37 pm

      5 stars
      I love this recipe! I put a layer of refried beans on the bottom and then layer the cream cheese/sour cream mixture on top. I also add some green onion as a garnish. Delicious!

      Reply
      • Sam

        January 11, 2020 at 9:36 pm

        I am so glad you like the taco dip so much, Nancy! The beans sound like an excellent addtion. 🙂

        Reply
    10. Nicole Hooker

      December 27, 2019 at 5:12 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great recipe I did tweak it because I think taco seasoning just tastes off instead I use taco sauce. Sometimes I add a little bit of seasoning but not much as it gets great flavor without being too overpowering.

      Reply
      • Sugar Spun Run

        December 27, 2019 at 8:52 pm

        I am so glad that you enjoyed the taco dip, Nicole! Thanks for commenting. 🙂

        Reply
        • Jamie

          December 28, 2019 at 4:12 pm

          I added beef and also topped off with taco sauce. Delicious!!!

        • Sam

          December 28, 2019 at 8:36 pm

          Yum! That sounds great, Jamie! Thank you for commenting!

    11. Mary

      December 24, 2019 at 7:42 pm

      How many carbs per serving

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 24, 2019 at 8:03 pm

        Hi Mary! Unfortunately I haven’t calculated the carbs for this recipe. There are a few online calculators that I like to use that will be able to tell you. 🙂

        Reply
    12. Patricia Webb

      December 22, 2019 at 11:35 am

      5 stars
      My family loves this dip. It is easy, delicious and perfect for the vegetarians too.

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 22, 2019 at 11:46 am

        I am so glad everyone enjoys the dip so much, Patricia! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Tammy

      December 21, 2019 at 9:58 pm

      Thank you for the recipe to was perfect and the family loved it.

      Reply
      • Sugar Spun Run

        December 21, 2019 at 11:47 pm

        I am so glad that the taco dip was a hit, Tammy! Thanks for commenting. 🙂

        Reply
    14. Nancy

      December 16, 2019 at 12:50 pm

      You need to spread salsa over the cream cheese mixture, adds so much more flavor, and have guacamole on the side for those guacamole lovers.

      Reply
      • Sugar Spun Run

        December 16, 2019 at 2:38 pm

        Sounds like a perfect touch, Nancy! 🙂

        Reply
      • Debbie

        January 25, 2020 at 12:23 pm

        I used a large jar of Salsa too! It gives it a delicious taste. I also heated it in the oven just to melt the cheese.
        Everyone loved it warmed up. We used Scoops for dipping.

        Reply
    15. Donna m Sandley

      December 04, 2019 at 11:22 pm

      I made this and I found it was too runny. Maybe should use 8 oz sour cream instead of 16 oz. Anyone else find it too runny?

      Reply
      • Sugar Spun Run

        December 05, 2019 at 9:08 am

        Hi, Donna! If the taco dip is runny It is usually due to the fresh ingredients added. You want to make sure that your lettuce is pat dry, and your olives were drained well before adding to the dip. I hope that this helps! 🙂

        Reply
        • Anna LF

          September 07, 2020 at 2:20 pm

          My dip is runny too pre-lettuce and tomato. I have the base in a bowl in the fridge to firm up. I think it’s because I used an immersion blender??

        • Sam

          September 07, 2020 at 9:08 pm

          Most likely because of the blender. If you tried to substitute a low-fat or tub-style cream cheese that could also do it.

      • hdb

        December 07, 2019 at 8:23 pm

        It firms up when refrigerated for a while.

        Reply
      • PY

        January 05, 2020 at 4:05 pm

        For me, the tomatoes and lettuce made it runny after a while. I now pat them dry with a paper towel and it helps. Totally unrelated, I use Old El Paso original taco seasoning mix – my family likes that one the best for this dip. Thinking I’d like to add a layer of refried beans to the bottom and see what that tastes like.

        Reply
        • DD

          January 19, 2020 at 3:50 pm

          I added refried beans to half of it after the base layer and it was great.

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