Cole's Baked 8-Layer Taco Dip

Prep time: ~25 minutes

Bake time: 15–20 minutes

Serves: ~12

Ingredients

• 32 oz refried beans (2 cans)

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed

• 1 lb ground beef

• 2 oz taco seasoning (about 5 Tbsp), divided

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 lb sour cream

• 2 cups pico de gallo or salsa

• 1–2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese

• 12–16 oz guacamole (added after baking)

  
  

Garnish (optional):

• Shredded lettuce

• Green onions

• Cilantro

  
  

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Instructions

1. Cook the beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain grease. Add ½ the taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer 2–3 minutes. Set aside.

2. Season the refried beans with ¼ of the taco seasoning until smooth.

3. Make the creamy layer in a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and remaining taco seasoning until smooth.

4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a deep 9×13 dish, layer in this order:

   • Refried beans

   • Black beans

   • Seasoned ground beef

   • Cream cheese & sour cream mixture

   • Pico de gallo or salsa

   • Shredded cheddar cheese

5. Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until hot and lightly browned on top.

6. Remove from oven and let cool 5 minutes.Spread guacamole evenly over the top, then garnish with lettuce, green onions, and/or cilantro.

   
   

Tips

• Let the beef cool slightly before layering to prevent excess grease.

• If your salsa is watery, drain it first to avoid a soggy dip.

• Serve warm with tortilla chips.