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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers and Beverages

    Ground Beef Taco Dip

    Published: Apr 5, 2022 · Modified: May 11, 2022 by Bowl Me Over · Leave a Comment

    Easy to make, perfect party food and a fun dipper for Cinco de Mayo!
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    If you're looking for an easy and delicious party appetizer, look no further than this ground beef taco dip! It's perfect for feeding a crowd, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone. Plus, it's so simple to make that you'll have plenty of time to enjoy the party yourself.

    Love this, next time try the Taco Salad Casserole Recipe!

    Easy Taco Dip Recipe
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    • Why you'll love this recipe   
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions 
    • Equipment
    • FAQ's
    • Things to know
    • Variations
    • Storage
    • Related recipes
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    • Ground Beef Taco Dip

    Why you'll love this recipe   

    ✔️ This recipe is a delicious way to add a new twist to your Taco Tuesday or next game day.

    ✔️ It's a crowd-pleaser, everyone will love this delicious taco dip.

    ✔️ It's versatile, you can serve it with tortilla chips, over rice, or even on tacos!

    Ingredients

    Ingredients to make taco dip recipe, with print overlay.

    For the exact measurements for the ground beef taco dip, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

    • lean ground beef
    • taco seasoning 
    • sour cream
    • cream cheese
    • cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese - yum!
    • roma tomatoes
    • red onion
    • cilantro
    • sliced black olives

    Instructions 

    Instructions to make recipe, with print overlay.
    Here's how easy the Ground Beef Taco Dip is to make!

    This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

    1. Add sour cream and cream cheese to a medium mixing bowl. Beat to combine until smooth. Add one envelope of taco seasoning - mixing until combined.
    2. Spread into bottom of 9x9 pan and refrigerate. 
    3. Then In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excesss grease. Add water and 1 envelope taco seasoning; cook until thickened. Cool slightly.
    4. Spread over cream cheese mixture. Top with shredded cheese, tomatoes, cilantro and olives. Serve with your favorite chips and enjoy!

    Watch this video to see how easy yummy layered taco dip is to make!

    Equipment

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    • medium bowl
    • hand mixer
    • 9x9 casserole dish
    • large skillet

    FAQ's

    Can I make this in advance?

    Yes, you can make this dip ahead of time. When you're ready to serve, let it come to room temperature before serving.

    Can you make this vegan or vegetarian?

    You can make this dish vegetarian by using plant based meat crumbles instead of ground beef. For vegan you will need to use dairy free cheese and the plant based crumbles.

    What can I spice it up with?

    If you want to give this taco dip a little bit of a kick, you can add some diced jalapeno peppers or hot sauce.

    Why is my taco dip runny?

    It can get runny if it sits too long. Assemble it about an hour before serving.

    Is taco dip served hot or cold?

    This dip is best served cold. Though you can serve it warm if you prefer.

    Overhead shot of casserole dish fill with taco dip.
    Cheesy Beef Taco Dip

    Things to know

    • I used homemade taco seasoning to make this easy appetizer, if you don't have homemade on hand you can use your favorite store-bought instead.
    • If you prefer to serve this dip warm for your party, you can keep it warm in a slow cooker on the warm setting.
    • You can save time by using leftover taco meat if you have some on hand.
    • Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature so that it mixes well.
    Layered Taco Dip

    Variations

    • Add black beans for extra protein.
    • Use ground turkey or ground chicken instead of beef.
    • Swap the cheddar cheese for pepper jack or queso blanco.
    • Garnish with diced avocado, diced jalapeños, green onions or your favorite toppings.
    • Add a can of Ro-Tel tomatoes or diced green chilies for some heat.
    • Serve with crispy tortilla chips, over rice or in tacos.

    Storage

    Refrigerate - Store this dip in the fridge for up to three days.  However, be careful because the dip can become runny after a day or two in the fridge.

    Plate filled with chips topped with taco dip. With casserole dish in the background.
    This layer dip is perfect for watching the big game or your Cinco de Mayo party!

    Related recipes

    • This Classic Velveeta Cheese Dip is perfect party food!
    • If you love taco recipes, give this Cheesy Taco Shells recipe a try!
    • This yummy Creamy Guacamole Recipe is a must for any gathering!
    • Liven up your next family dinner with this Loaded Chicken Taco Casserole recipe.

    Serve with

    • You can't have a Mexican crowd pleaser like this dip, without a Mexican Martini to go with it.
    • If you enjoy a blend of sweet and spicy then give this Mexican Fruit Salad recipe a try at your next taco night.
    • This Bean and Cheese Dip is a great addition to your next party or family gathering.

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    Ground Beef Taco Dip

    Easy to make, perfect party food and a fun dipper for Cinco de Mayo!
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    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: TexMex
    Servings: 12 servings
    Calories: 244kcal
    Author: Deb Clark
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    Ingredients

    • 1 pound lean ground beef
    • ¾ cup water
    • 2 envelopes taco seasoning divided
    • 2 cups sour cream
    • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 2 roma tomatoes seeds removed, diced
    • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
    • ¼ cup cilantro
    • ½ cup sliced black olives

    Instructions

    • Add sour cream and cream cheese to a medium mixing bowl. Beat to combine until smooth. Add one envelope of taco seasoning - mixing until combined.
    • Spread into bottom of 9x9 baking dish and refrigerate while you're browning the beef.
    • Then In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess grease. Add water and 1 envelope taco seasoning; cook until thickened. Cool slightly.
    • Spread ground beef mixture over cream cheese.
    • Top ground beef layer with shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, cilantro and olives. Serve with your favorite chips and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 261mg | Potassium: 244mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 733IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 1mg
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