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!
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.
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.
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!!
Easy Taco Dip
Ingredients
- 16 oz (455 g) brick-style cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 2 cups (450 g) sour cream
- 4 Tablespoons (30 g) taco seasoning (this is a 1 oz packet of premade taco seasoning or you can use your favorite homemade recipe)
- 1 cup finely chopped lettuce
- 4 Roma tomatoes seeds removed, chopped into small pieces
- ½ cup (65 g) sliced olives
- sliced jalapenos, pickled or fresh for topping, optional
- 1 ¼ cup (145 g) finely shredded sharp cheddar or mexican cheese
- Corn chips for serving
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).16 oz (455 g) brick-style cream cheese, 2 cups (450 g) sour cream
- Add taco seasoning and stir well.4 Tablespoons (30 g) taco seasoning
- 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.1 cup finely chopped lettuce, 4 Roma tomatoes, ½ cup (65 g) sliced olives, sliced jalapenos, pickled or fresh, 1 ¼ cup (145 g) finely shredded sharp cheddar or mexican cheese
- Taco dip can be served immediately or can be covered and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.Corn chips
Nutrition
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.
This recipe was originally published 09/04/2015 and has been updated 06/09/2018.
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Cheri S
It did not turn out as expected. Combined Philadelphia cream cheese and Daisy sour cream, then taco seasoning. It was not as thick as I expected. Put the cheddar cheese on next as a barrier for the lettuce so it wouldn’t get soggy, then added everything else. Took it to a party two hours later. It was glop. Tasted ok, but all the toppings just sank in the the mixture.
Sam
Hi Cheri! That’s very odd! Was the cream cheese a low-fat cream cheese? We just made this here with success so I’m not sure what might have happened with yours 🙁
Jo Libaw
Did you use block cream cheese or cream cheese from a tub. The latter is too soft.
Louise
Made this multiple times and always a big hit !!
Morgan
Hi! Can this be put in the oven before toppings are added to make a hot dip?
Sam
Hi Morgan. I haven’t tried, but I don’t see any reason why you couldn’t. 🙂
Jen
Made this for a potluck tonight and it was a huge hit. Quick to whip up and easy to transport too. Will be making this many more times in the future. Thank you!
Emily @ Sugar Spun Run
Yay! Thanks for using our recipe, Jen 😍
Shawnna
Made for New Year’s Eve party! It was super easy, makes a great presentation and is sure to be a crowd pleaser this evening!
Beth
Very good! One note, I reduced the sour cream a little bit. I just prefer my base a little thicker. If traveling, the thicker base will help keep it from sliding also.
Mariah
Im actually getting ready to make some right now i had some Taco dip this past weekend at a friend’s party and it was for sure really good 👍 so im gonna make some for dinner tonight
Emily @ Sugar Spun Run
Taco dip for dinner?! Sign us up!! Enjoy, Mariah 😆
Jo
I love to add ground beef and refried beans to the dip
Sam
Yum!
Deana Pruitt
I’m sure it’s delicious! You can add any ingredients that you love
Kerrie Moore
I first made this recipe last summer and it was such a hit, that it is required I bring it whenever we get together ❤
Zoie Penick
Hi Sam! My sister and I made this recipe yesterday. Our family and us loved it so much! Thank you for the recipe so much! We absolutely loved it!
Sam
Yay! So happy to hear this, Zoie! Thank you so much for trying my recipe and for letting me know how it turned out for you, I appreciate it! 🙂
Susan Hoefler
Good Morning, Sam
I am looking to buy a really good spatula – do you have any ideas? I used to buy Rubbermaid, and I really liked that brand.
Thanks,
Sue
Sam
Hi Susan! Definitely check out my amazon shop if you haven’t already! I share a bunch of my favorite kitchen tools here 🙂
Barb
Soo easy to make and soo good!!! Thanks
Chelsey
How many servings does this recipe yield?
Sam
10 🙂
Js
Taco dip is good. But I am mind boggled that you say pickled jalapenos.
Sam
I know you would expect me to say fresh right? I find that pickled gives you a better flavor but feel free to use whatever you’d like. 🙂
Aimee Murdock
I do my taco dip pretty much the same as you except my first layer I do a refried bean/salsa mixture then put the cream cheese/sour cream mixture on top of that and the rest of the toppings.. its super yummy!
Big Papa
Sounds good 😊
Ariel
Does it store well if it’s not eaten in one sitting?
Sam
Hi Ariel! I have kept it for a few days before without issues. 🙂
David Niesen
I put a layer of refried beans with chiles down as the base, its delicious.
Debra Bohl
Omg I loved it. Thank you you were great I’ll be sure to follow you on face book
Thank you. Deb
Sam
I am so glad you enjoyed it so much, Deb! 🙂
Amberlea
This is the same as my grandma used to make. This recipe is the closest I’ve found. Thank you!
Sam
You’re welcome! Enjoy! 🙂