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.
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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. This easy dip recipe is versatile, you can serve it with tortilla chips, over rice, or even on tacos!
Ingredients
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, ground turkey or chicken.
- A packet of taco seasoning or use this taco seasoning recipe.
- Sour cream, cream cheese, cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese - yum!
- Roma tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, if you're using large tomatoes, remove the seeds so the dip doesn't get watering.
- Red onion, cilantro and sliced black olives
Ground Beef Taco Dip
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, brown ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess grease. Add water and one envelope of taco seasoning. Cook until thickened. Cool slightly.
- Spread ground beef mixture over cream cheese.
- Top ground beef layer with shredded cheese, diced tomatoes and onions, cilantro and olives. Serve with your favorite chips and enjoy!
Notes
Storage
Refrigerate - Store this dip in an airtight container, and refrigerate for up to three days. However, be careful because the dip can become runny in the fridge after a day or two. A great way to use up leftovers is to put it over salad greens.Love this recipe? Join the free membership group!
Nutrition
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- 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 pan and refrigerate.
- 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.
- Spread over cream cheese mixture. Top with shredded cheese, tomatoes, cilantro and olives. Serve with your favorite chips and enjoy!
FAQ's
Yes, you can make this dip ahead of time. When you're ready to serve, let it come to room temperature before serving.
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.
If you want to give this taco dip a little bit of a kick, you can add some diced jalapeno peppers or hot sauce.
It can get runny if it sits too long. Assemble it about an hour before serving.
This dip is best served cold.
Deb's tips
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.
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.
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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, try this Mexican Fruit Salad recipe on your next taco night.
- This Bean and Cheese Dip is a great addition to your next party or family gathering.
- Love a great taco? Be sure to try this recipe for Puff Pastry Tacos! These are so yummy!!!
This ground beef taco dip is cheesy, hearty, and always the first dish to disappear at the party. Whether you're hosting game day, a potluck, or just need a snack that doubles as dinner (no judgment!), this one’s a winner.
If you give it a try, drop a comment and leave a five-star rating—I’d love to hear what your crowd thought! And if you snap a pic, tag me on Instagram @bowl_me_over so I can see your taco dip masterpiece in all its melty glory!
Colleen B. says
Only difference that I do is use Greek Yogurt in place of the sour cream do to the fact that it is zero fat and and minimal sodium plus it tastes like sour cream.
Debra Clark says
Great substitute, Colleen!
Cindy says
I made your Ground Beef Taco Dip for our game night - everyone loved it, and it disappeared fast! Going to have to double the recipe next time. Thanks for the tasty and easy recipe idea! 🏈🌮🎉😋
Jean Morgan says
I haven't had Taco Dip in years! I've always loved it. Going on my list of things I need to make!!
Bowl Me Over says
Wonderful - enjoy the recipe Jean, it's perfect for movie night or watching the big game!
Becky Mansfield says
I love making taco dip with cream cheese. My mother-in-law used to make it, and it was always my favorite. I made this last weekend to watch the game & my family loved it.
Cindy says
I love the taco dip with cream cheese. It is so satisfying! We tend to get full on this before dinner!
Sharon says
Taco dip with cream cheese is the easiest way to feed a crowd--especially if it's teenagers, haha!
Bowl Me Over says
Haha, you know it Sharon! Glad the kids enjoyed it.
One Crazy House says
Currently OBSESSED with this taco dip with cream cheese! It's always a welcome addition at any party--even just a party of ME, haha!
Camden Rusincovitch says
I've been wanting to make an easy taco dip for a while-- finding this recipe worked out perfectly!
Rita Joy says
My husband absolutely LOVES this taco dip with cream cheese recipe! It's an absolute 5 star easy taco dip recipe!
Alyssa says
I can't wait to try this taco dip with cream cheese. I love to bring different dips for our Sunday football game get together!
Brandi says
I never thought to make taco dip with cream cheese but this was delicious! It added some great flavor!
Marye A. says
This. Is. The. BEST. I needed an easy taco dip recipe before football season got into full swing and this recipe is amazing! Thanks!
Melanie C says
This easy taco dip was perfect for our first game day of the season - everyone loved it!
Kristen says
I swear, adding cream cheese is the quickest way to level up an Easy Taco Dip recipe! Saving this for football season! Do you think it could still turn out decent if I used vegan cheese and vegan cream cheese?
Cynthia Rusincovitch says
I was looking for a recipe for taco dip with cream cheese. I had it at a neighbor's house and it was so good. Making it this weekend for friends coming over for the game.
Holly says
I'm a sucker for a tasty appetizer--especially when it's an easy taco dip! I need to make this for Labor Day!
Caprina says
Will try
Shayna says
So easy and so good- we added jalapeños!
Bowl Me Over says
Great addition Shayna!
Brittany says
I've never thought to make taco dip with cream cheese! It sounds delicious!