Easy Taco Seasoning Dip with Cream Cheese
Dip recipes make the best appetizer option for any get-together– whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl party or just a backyard BBQ. Not only can dip can be quick and easy to make — but there’s often no baking involved! That’s why we love this easy taco seasoning dip with cream cheese! It’s one of those delicious recipes that everyone at the party can enjoy — and they’ll never know it’s made with just 4 ingredients!
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What is Taco Seasoning Dip Made Of?
The base of this dip is cream cheese, giving it a smooth and creamy texture that matches well with just about anything you dip in it. And since it’s a taco seasoning dip, it’s sure to appeal to just about everyone at the party.
To make this easy cream cheese taco dip recipe, you’ll need just four ingredients:
- Cream cheese: To create a thick and creamy base for your taco seasoning dip, cream cheese is a must. Start with softened, full-fat cream cheese so it’s easy to spread, then chill the dip to allow it to harden before serving.
- Sour cream: You can’t have tacos without sour cream, which means you cant’ make taco flavored dip without sour cream either! In addition to add more flavor to your dip, this helpful ingredient also thins the cream cheese, making it easier to dip your chips.
- Taco seasoning: The key to adding taco flavor to your dip is taco seasoning. You can use store-bought taco seasoning or make your own. But if you’re hoping to make this recipe gluten free, always be sure to check the ingredients of your seasoning packet before mixing it with the rest of the dip ingredients.
- Shredded cheese: Just like a real taco, this taco dip is topped with shredded cheese. For this recipe, I used taco blend cheese, which contains cheddar, monterrey jack, asardaro, and queso quesadilla.
How to Make Cream Cheese Taco Dip
In addition to having only four ingredients, this easy cream cheese taco dip couldn’t be simpler to make! Just follow these quick steps to prepare your own cold dip for your next party.
The first step is to make sure you’re starting with room temperature ingredients. Before you plan to prepare your dip, remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for at least one hour. But if you’re short on top, you can also heat the cream cheese in the microwave for 15 to 20 seconds to help soften it.
After the cream cheese is softened, add the sour cream, taco seasoning, and shredded cheese to the bowl.
Stir to combine all the ingredients until the dip is smooth and well mixed. After that, you can transfer the dip to the refrigerator to chill until you’re ready to serve it.
What Do You Serve with Taco Seasoning Dip?
Since this dip is made with just four ingredients, it pairs well with a variety of different dippers! When you’re ready to serve your taco dip, try adding these ingredients to your table setting for your guests to enjoy with the dip:
- Tortilla chips
- Corn chips
- Bell pepper slices
- Carrots
- Celery sticks
- Potato chips
- Crackers
- Pita chips
- Taquitos
In addition to dippers, this sour cream dip also makes a great topping for taco night! You can use this spread to add cheesiness and flavor to your:
- Tacos
- Nachos
- Burritos
- Mexican casserole
- Quesadillas
Garnishes for Cream Cheese Taco Dip
Since this easy recipe is so basic, you can really have fun with the toppings for your dip! Add some color and flavor to your dip by using one or all of these delcicious toppings:
- Chopped cilantro
- Shredded cheese
- Taco seasoning
- Sliced jalapeno peppers
- Chopped green onions
- Black olives that are thinly sliced
- Salsa
- Chopped tomatoes
- Lettuce
- Guacamole
- Sliced avocadoes
Serving and Storage
How Long Can Taco Dip Sit Out? Since this dip is made with cream cheese, the longest I would recommend letting this dip sit out is two hours. After that, it’s a good idea to refrigerate the dip until you’re ready to eat it again. Before placing the dip in the refrigerator, be sure to cover it with plastic wrap to keep the cream cheese from hardening.
How do you store taco seasoning dip? Transfer the leftover dip to an airtight container and it will stay good for up to one week in the fridge.
Can you make it ahead of time? Sure! This dip can be mixed up and stored in the refrigerator up to one day in advance.
Taco Seasoning Dip
This simple taco seasoning dip is made with just four ingredients.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup taco blend shredded cheese
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl until smooth and well mixed.
- Serve with chips for dipping.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 189Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 347mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 5g
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Emily is a midwestern mom of two boys. She loves all things DIY — from home renovations to kids birthday party planning. Whether she’s making a new farmhouse craft for her home or helping her kids with a cool activity, you can bet she’s in the middle of some kind of DIY project (or three) right now!
Very easy and delicious. You could add a can of chicken to change it up. I personally do not like peppers of any sort but you could add some jalapeño to spice it up. Or switch the seasoning to ranch and add ham or bacon bits. This is an excellent recipe as it is but leaves you open to add your own stamp. Enjoy.