Spiderweb Taco Dip Festive Layer (Printable)
Colorful Tex-Mex layers topped with a sour cream spiderweb, designed for entertaining and easy crowd serving.
# Components:
→ Base Layers
01 - 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
02 - 1 cup sour cream, divided
03 - 1 cup guacamole
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
06 - 1 cup salsa (mild or medium)
07 - 1/2 cup sliced black olives
08 - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
09 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
→ Spices & Seasoning
10 - 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
→ Garnishes
11 - 1 black olive, for spider decoration
12 - Tortilla chips, for serving
# Method:
01 - Combine refried beans and taco seasoning in a medium bowl and mix thoroughly.
02 - Evenly spread seasoned beans onto the bottom of a large shallow serving dish or pie plate.
03 - Gently layer guacamole over the beans and smooth with a spatula.
04 - Spoon 3/4 cup sour cream into a small bowl and spread over the guacamole.
05 - Evenly distribute salsa as the next layer, spreading gently to keep layers distinct.
06 - Sprinkle shredded lettuce evenly over the salsa.
07 - Add shredded cheddar cheese, then scatter diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and green onions.
08 - Transfer remaining 1/4 cup sour cream into a small zip-top bag, snip the corner, and pipe concentric circles over the surface. Drag lines from the center outward with a toothpick or skewer to create a spiderweb pattern.
09 - Slice one black olive in half for the body and use thin strips cut from another olive for the legs. Arrange on the web as a decorative spider.
10 - Serve immediately with tortilla chips or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses only easy grocery-store ingredients
- No baking required perfect for last minute
- Customizable for spice level and dietary needs
- Bright and spooky centerpiece for gatherings
02 -
- Vegetarian and gluten friendly if you check your brands
- Easy to make ahead just hold off on lettuce and toppings
- Great for customizing heat and extras to your taste
03 -
- Letting the beans come to room temperature before mixing makes them much easier to spread and layer
- Always dry your olives and tomatoes a bit on a paper towel so the web stays sharp and your dip does not get watery