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Texas-Style Brisket and Queso Seven Layer Dip Recipe

Jan 19, 2021 ·

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This delicious Seven Layer Dip has some of the things you might expect from a seven layer dip recipe– refried beans, sour cream, and guacamole– as well as some things that give it a Texas twist– queso and brisket!

seven layer dip in cup

This is the part of the post where most people will tell you that they only watch the Super Bowl for the commercials or how the Puppy Bowl is the real attraction for them on that first Sunday in February.  Sorry, not this blogger. I'm the one yelling at the TV during the play offs and startling any nearby children. Second to the action, though, is the food! I love a good appetizer set up and think that thoughtfully done appetizers absolutely can substitute for the main meal. This seven layer dip recipe is hearty and delicious!

How To Make This Seven Layer Dip - Step by Step

  • Layer each ingredient in your cup or dish in the order it is listed in the ingredients.
  • Refrigerate until time to serve.
  • Serve with a lime wedge and tortilla chip garnish.

2 cups of seven layer dip

What's In A Seven Layer Dip?

This dip has seven layers (as per the title!). It's so easy to make, all the ingredients can be store bought or homemade if you wish. 

The seven layers are:

  • Refried beans
  • Sour cream
  • Chile con queso (this recipe seems pretty on point or you could buy ahead from a restaurant)
  • Guacamole
  • Black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • Chopped brisket (purchased from a restaurant or make ahead in a slow cooker like this recipe)
  • Pico de gallo

Then for topping:

  • lime wedges for garnish
  • 2 bags of tortilla chips-- the thickest, yummiest, homemade-iest ones you can find! (Siete Dip Chips are my personal favorite!)

top down shot of dip

How Long Does Seven Layer Dip Last In Fridge?

Seven layer dip lasts 2-3 days in the fridge. The longer it is stored, the more the layers will bleed together and it can get a bit watery (you can drain it off). After the first 24 hours, it may not look pretty, but it will still taste amazing.

seven layer dip in three cups

The Best Party Dip!

This seven layer dip can be placed in a casserole dish or you can serve them up in cups, which look great!You can make these up to 12 hours in advance of your party.  The cups are an awesome way to portion out the dip and gives everyone their own personal dip, less fighting over the dip bowl and you can double dip at your leisure!

bowl of salsa

Top Tips For This Seven Layer Dip

  • The most important tip is to drain your salsa. Otherwise it will create a soggy mess. This is why I love using Pico de Gallo as opposed to a more watery salsa. 
  • Add a dash of cayenne pepper and some pickled jalapenos to the refried beans to make this dish spicy. 
  • The fun thing about this 7 layer bean dip is you can add as many additional layers as you’d like. Avocados, corn, whichever ingredients you like in your bean dip. Or you can try making our loaded nachos which is pretty much this bean dip, cooked over cheesy tortilla chips!
  • Serve with lime wedges so your guests can add some fresh lime juice to their portion.

seven layer dip in a couple of glasses

Check Out These Other Awesome Party Snacks

  • Gluten Free Crispy Chicken Wings with Garlic Teriyaki and Buffalo Dipping Sauce
  • Homemade Hummus and Spinach Artichoke Dip
  • Mini Super Bowl Turkey Chili Bread Bowls
  • Recipe: Super Bowl Naan Italian Nachos

Have you tried this Seven Layer Dip? I'd love to hear from you in the comments below!

Photography by Katie Jameson

Super Bowl Seven Layer Dip Cups with a Texas Spin

Jen Pinkston
This delicious Seven Layer Dip has refried beans, sour cream, chile con queso, guacamole, black beans, chopped brisket, and pico de gallo.  It's a little naughty, but so delicious!  

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6 large servings
Calories 840 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 16 ou. can of refried beans
  • 1 16 ou. container of sour cream
  • 2 c. chile con queso this recipe seems pretty on point or you could buy ahead from a restaurant
  • 1 16 ounce package Trader Joe's Avocado's Number Guacamole or comparable or homemade
  • 1 16 ou can of black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • ½ lb chopped brisket purchased from a restaurant or make ahead in a slow cooker like this recipe
  • 1 ½ c. pico de gallo
  • lime wedges for garnish
  • 2 bags of corn tortilla chips-- the thickest yummiest, homemade-iest ones you can find!

Instructions
 

  • Layer each ingredient in your cup or dish in the order it is listed in the ingredients.
  • Refrigerate until time to serve.
  • Serve with a lime wedge and tortilla chip garnish.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Super Bowl Seven Layer Dip Cups with a Texas Spin
Amount per Serving
Calories
840
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword bean dip, seven layer dip, super bowl party
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

 

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  1. Jennifer says

    January 25, 2017 at 8:12 am

    Oh my goodness, those look delicious! I must try this recipe. I'll have to substitute the brisket for something vegetarian for my sister though!

    Jennifer
    http://www.effortlesslysophisticated.com/

    • Jen Pinkston says

      January 26, 2017 at 7:25 am

      You could even skip it all together if you wanted! It would still be super yummy! Xo

  2. Katie H. says

    January 25, 2017 at 7:26 am

    I’ll be yelling at the TV too!

    • Jen Pinkston says

      January 26, 2017 at 7:25 am

      Who's your team?!

  3. Kelsey @ So Much Life says

    January 25, 2017 at 5:02 am

    Oh my gosh...I'm SO sad about the Cowboys. I grew up in Dallas always hearing "remember when the Cowboys were SO GREAT?!" because they've never been good during my lifetime (I was born in 1990). And I thought this year might be their year!! Booooo...

    Anyway, if they were going I'd be joining you in screaming at the TV! But this year I'll be one of those girls who goes for the food. 😉 This recipe looks insanely delicious!!

    • Jen Pinkston says

      January 26, 2017 at 7:26 am

      Haha! I know! It sure was a fun season to watch, though! Already looking forward to next year 🙂

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