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Granny’s 7 Layer Dip. If you know, you know – Granny’s recipes are always the BEST! Her 7-layer dip shows up all others. This dip is layered with refried beans, sour cream (or use yogurt), double the guacamole (the best layer), salsa, double the cheese (the other best layer), olives, so much fresh cilantro + scallions, and lime juice. It’s no cook, the easiest to throw together, and so DELICIOUS with tortilla chips!
Oh, you guys!! I have such a special recipe today! I’m sharing Granny’s seven-layer dip, my sister-in-law Lyndsie’s all-time favorite appetizer! Lynds asks Granny to make it for every family gathering. It’s a White-Payne family staple!
Before Memorial Day weekend, I was talking to Lynds, and she mentioned Granny’s dip. She said, Tiegs you have to make my Granny’s dip, it’s the best!
I needed zero convincing. Instantly, I was sold on a yummy seven-layer dip. Granny, who is literally the sweetest, kindest little woman I have ever known, sent over the layered ingredients.
She also sent Lynd’s the sweetest note,
“I’m so happy you are continuing this tradition!
ENJOY! I love you so much! Hugs and kisses to you, Brendan, and precious Bud!
Let me know if you have any questions!”
I mean, is she not the cutest? We love Granny’s recipes!
Granny sent over very detailed instructions, which were simple because everyone knows a really great seven-layer dip is not fancy. I think it’s the true secret of the deliciousness!
Granny’s dip is unique, though. I noticed she uses not one but two layers of cheese, always extra herbs, and she said you do have to use sour cream. It’s just what’s going to taste the best!
Here are the details
Step 1: Granny’s 7 Layer Dip Ingredients
1st layer 1: refried pinto beans
2nd layer: sour cream
3rd layer: guacamole
4th layer: salsa
5th layer: cheddar cheese mixed with pepper jack cheese
6th layer: black olives
layer 6 1/2: more cheese!
7th layer: cilantro tossed with scallions, lime juice, and sea salt
Step 2: find the perfect vessel
I ordered this perfect glass serving bowl (small) just for this recipe. Anything similar or a simple rectangle or oval glass baking dish will be wonderful as well!
Step 3: mix the cheese + the herbs
Start by mixing the cheddar cheese with the pepper jack cheese. Mix the cilantro with the scallions and lime juice.
Step 4: layer
This is so easy, layer the ingredients as listed.
So, refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cheese, olives, more cheese, all the herbs, lime juice, and sea salt.
Step 5: Serve!!
The dip is creamy and spicy but not too spicy. The cheese and herbs on top make the dip even more delicious, really completing the experience.
This is one of those dips you’ll crave time and time again! Always serve with extra tortilla chips—that’s the only way to enjoy a seven-layer dip!
Looking for other yummy recipes? Here are a few ideas:
Spicy Garlic Lemon Butter Shrimp with Parmesan Corn Polenta
Jalapeño Cheddar Stuffed Chicken with Creamed Corn
Pesto Chicken, Corn, and Avocado Bacon Pasta Salad
Skillet Creamy Cajun Chicken Lazone with Herby Corn
Lastly, if you make this Granny’s 7 Layer Dip, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And, of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Granny’s 7 Layer Dip
Servings: 12
Calories Per Serving: 167 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups refried pinto beans
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 – 2 cups guacamole (I always use 2)
- 1/2 cup chunky salsa
- 2 cups mixed, shredded cheddar and pepper jack cheese
- 1 cup pitted black olives
- 1 cup fresh chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions
- lime juice and sea salt
Instructions
- 1. In the bottom of a glass serving bowl or Pyrex dish, layer in the following order: refried beans, sour cream/yogurt, guacamole, salsa, half of the cheese, half the cilantro, half the scallions, and the olives. Top with the remaining cheese. 2. Before serving top the dip with the remaining cilantro, scallions, lime juice, and sea salt. Serve with so many tortilla chips!
This post was originally published on June 6, 2024
Hi! I made this today but with some alterations… first, I used ground meat (1/2 pound ground beef and 1/2 pound ground pork) browned in butter. Then, I spiced the beef using these spices and herbs: chilli, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, garlic, salt, pepper and oregano. I added tomato paste, 2 tablespoons, with some water and cooked until liquid was gone. This was the base I used instead of the beans. I also added garlic mixed with salt and parsley to the yoguart before adding it. I also used finely chopped romaine lettuce mixed with the finely chopped fresh onions. Then I used cheddar and mozzarella combo. Finally, I layered it in a square 9” Pyrex dish.
Hey Cathy,
Fantastic! I appreciate you making this recipe and your comment, so glad it was a hit!
Happy Friday!
This was a hit for our party and I kept thinking of how it was you Granny’s recipe 🩵
Hey Melissa,
Awesome! Love to hear you enjoyed this recipe, thanks so much for making it and your comment!
Such a good classic layer dip recipe! I’ve made it several times, and guests always ask for the recipe!
Hey Luci,
Awesome! Love to hear you enjoyed this recipe, thanks so much for making it and your comment!
Your average run of the mill taco dip, like the stuff you can buy premade from the grocery store, nothing really that great about it. It’s really lacking spices and any great flavor. I would add some seasoning into the sour cream layer. Also make in a large flat dish, not a tall one like pictured otherwise there is no way to dip your chip and actually get all the layers.
Thanks for sharing your feedback, Susan. Sorry to hear you did not love this dip!