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Mexican Dip Snack Cups Recipe

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Individual 7 Layer Dip Cups

individual mexican dip snack cups

Ditch the boring dip bowl and enjoy these individual Mexican dip snack cups.

They are the perfect bite-sized party pleaser, packed with fresh flavor and customizable for picky eaters.

Easy to make, impressive to serve, and perfect for any occasion!

Who doesn’t love a delicious 7-layer dip?

But let’s be honest, once the digging starts, things can get messy.

Enter these adorable Mexican Dip Snack Cups!

These individual portions ensure everyone gets a perfect scoop of every layer, from creamy guacamole to tangy salsa, without the double-dipping drama.

Plus, they’re super cute and portable, making them ideal for parties, movie nights, picnics, or even a fun family snack.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

  • Individual portions: No more fighting over the last bite! Everyone gets their own mini fiesta.
  • Easy to customize: Don’t like olives? Swap them for corn! Want extra cheese? Go for it!
  • Perfect for any occasion: Whip them up for game nights, potlucks, or just a fun weeknight treat.
  • Ready in minutes: Simple ingredients and minimal prep time make this a stress-free crowd-pleaser.

Ready to get started? Let’s dive in!

7 layered dip cups

Mexican Dip Snack Cups Recipe

Prep time: 10 minutes
Yields 12 appetizer cups

Ingredients

2 Large Avocados
2 T Lime Juice
3 cloves Garlic, minced
Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste

1½ cups Sour Cream
2 t Chili Powder
1 t Granulated Garlic
1 t Ground Cumin
Salt to taste

1½ cup Refried Beans
1 pint Grape Tomatoes, chopped
1 cup Colby Jack Cheese, grated
15 oz. can Black Olives, drained and chopped
2 Green Onions, chopped

Supplies

Chef Knife
2 Mixing Bowls
Appetizer Cups

Instructions

1) First, make the guacamole. Remove avocado pits and scoop into a mixing bowl. Add lime juice, minced garlic and salt and pepper. Mash with a fork and set aside.

2) Next make the seasoned sour cream mixture in a second bowl. Add sour cream, granulated garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, salt and pepper to the bowl. Stir to combine and set aside.

3) Prepare the other ingredients. Chop the tomatoes, black olives and onions. Grate the cheese, if you are using a block of cheese instead of pre-packaged grated cheese.

4) Set out the snack cups, so that you can begin to assemble them.

5) Start by adding about 2 tablespoons of refried beans to the bottom of each cup. Follow with a similar amount of guacamole and seasoned sour cream.

6) Follow with the remaining layers in this order: chopped tomatoes, grated cheese, chopped olives and chopped green onions.

7) Serve with tortilla chips.

7 layer dip cups

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layered mexican dip snack cups