Description
This festive Halloween Spiderweb 7-Layer Dip is a deliciously spooky twist on the classic party favorite. Featuring layers of refried beans, guacamole, salsa, taco-seasoned sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese, it’s topped with colorful diced tomatoes, green bell peppers, sliced black olives, and an eye-catching sour cream spiderweb design. Perfect for game day or Halloween gatherings, this dip combines creamy, savory, and fresh flavors with a fun, seasonal presentation.
Ingredients
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- 16 ounces Refried Beans (canned)
- 16 ounces Guacamole
- 16 ounces Salsa
- 1 3/4 cups Sour Cream
- 1 Packet Taco Seasoning (1 ounce)
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Toppings
- 1/4 cup Diced Tomatoes
- 1/4 cup Diced Green Bell Pepper
- 2.25 ounces Sliced &; Drained Black Olives (canned)
- Plastic Spiders (for decoration)
Instructions
- Layer Refried Beans: In a 2-quart round casserole dish, evenly spread a layer of refried beans until smooth, creating a solid base for the dip.
- Add Guacamole Layer: Spread the guacamole evenly over the refried beans to form the second layer of the dip.
- Prepare Taco-Seasoned Sour Cream: Reserve 1/4 cup of sour cream for decorating later. In a bowl, mix the remaining sour cream with the taco seasoning packet until fully combined.
- Layer Sour Cream and Salsa: Spread the seasoned sour cream mixture evenly over the guacamole. Follow by spreading the salsa evenly on top of the sour cream layer.
- Top with Cheese: Finely chop the shredded cheddar cheese if desired or use as is, then sprinkle it evenly over the salsa layer.
- Create the Spiderweb Decoration: Transfer the reserved 1/4 cup sour cream into a Ziploc bag with a small cut corner, an icing bag, or a condiment bottle with a narrow nozzle. Starting in the center of the dip, draw a cross with four lines extending outward. Rotate the dish 90 degrees and draw another cross to create an eight-spoked web.
- Draw Circular Webbing: Between each pair of lines on the spiderweb, draw three curved lines connecting the arms to mimic the web pattern.
- Add Vegetable Border: Decorate the edge of the casserole dish with diced tomatoes, diced green bell peppers, and sliced black olives to frame the dip beautifully.
- Place Plastic Spiders: Carefully add plastic spider decorations onto the spiderweb for a spooky Halloween effect.
- Serve or Store: Serve the dip immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve. Best enjoyed fresh for optimal taste and presentation.
Notes
- This dip combines creamy layers with fresh toppings and is perfect for Halloween or any party gathering.
- For best results, use freshly made guacamole or your preferred store-bought variety.
- Plastic spiders are for decoration only; ensure to inform guests to remove before eating.
- You can customize the dip by adding jalapeños or switching cheddar cheese for a Mexican cheese blend.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; stir layers before serving as they may separate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 258 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 711 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 41 mg