Description

This Spooky Halloween Seven Layer Taco Dip transforms the classic seven layer dip into a festive and fun Halloween party treat. Featuring layers of creamy bean dip, homemade guacamole, a zesty sour cream and mayonnaise blend seasoned with taco spices, shredded cheese, fresh vegetables, and decorated with an intricate sour cream spider web and olive spiders, this dip is perfect for entertaining guests and adding a spooky touch to your gathering.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 large ripe avocados
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 tsp garlic salt
1/4 tsp coarse black pepper
1 cup dairy sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 package taco seasoning mix
1 can plain flavored bean dip
1/4 cup sliced and chopped green onions
1 large tomato (cored, halved, seeded, and coarsely chopped, about 1 cup)
1 can pitted ripe olives (drained and sliced; reserve 6 whole olives for spiders)
8 ounces finely grated cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend works well)
1/2 cup sour cream (for spider web)
Round corn tortilla chips for serving

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Instructions

Prepare the Base Layer: In a 9-inch pie plate, evenly spread the entire can of plain flavored bean dip to form the first layer.
Make the Guacamole: In a small bowl, mash the two large ripe avocados thoroughly. Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt, and 1/4 teaspoon coarse black pepper, then mix well to combine.
Layer Guacamole: Spread the guacamole mixture evenly over the bean dip layer in the pie plate.
Prepare Sour Cream Mixture: In another small bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup dairy sour cream, and the entire package of taco seasoning mix. Stir until the mixture is well blended.
Add Sour Cream Layer: Carefully spread this sour cream mixture over the guacamole layer, ensuring it covers the guacamole completely and evenly.
Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the 8 ounces of finely grated cheese evenly over the sour cream mixture.
Decorate with Vegetables: Around the edge of the dip, arrange the chopped tomato, sliced olives, and chopped green onions to create a colorful border.
Create Spider Web Decoration: Place 1/2 cup of sour cream into a plastic sandwich bag and snip off a small tip of one corner. Pipe a spider web pattern over the cheese layer by drawing concentric circles and then dragging a toothpick or skewer from the center outward to the edges.
Make Olive Spiders: Using the reserved whole olives, slice each olive lengthwise to form the body and widthwise to form heads and legs. Arrange these olive pieces on the web to resemble spiders.
Chill and Serve: Cover the dip and refrigerate until ready to serve. Present with round corn tortilla chips for dipping.

Notes

This dip is a fun and festive twist on the classic seven layer dip, perfect for Halloween parties and gatherings.
You can customize the cheese type to your preference, such as using Mexican blend or sharp cheddar.
To make the spider web design easier, practice piping on a plate before decorating the dip.
Keep the dip chilled until serving to maintain freshness and flavor.
For a spicier kick, consider adding a few dashes of hot sauce to the sour cream mixture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 278 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 415 mg
Fat: 23 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 11 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 8 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg