Growing up in North Texas has engraved a few things in my brain. One that I hold near and dear to my heart is football. No matter what age I am, football has always been very present in my life from growing up with a brother playing to attending a high school that wins state year after year to marrying a man who is completely obsessed with the Cowboys. Even if I hated football (which I don’t), there is no way to avoid it while living in Texas.
If you live in the great state of Texas, you know one thing that always goes with football games – tailgating! It’s a tradition to party and eat before any big game no matter if it’s little league or high school. Even if we aren’t attending the football game, we always have a houseful of friends over for the game. Every good tailgate party has lots of drinks and delicious food. I’m obsessed with entertaining so I love to make food for our tailgate parties but have realized that for tailgating, you can only prepare foods that are easy to carry around and aren’t big. We only have 2 hands so holding big items or multiple plates is not going to happen.
I have a serious love for mexican food, so I came up with a fun way that everyone can enjoy 7 layer dip without having to hover over the bowl. Introducing 7 layer dip cups – the perfect tailgating food. There are a few reasons I love to make these 7 layer dip cups. Not only are they delicious, they are extremely easy to make. If you’re running out of time and need a go-to dish to take to the tailgate or football party, these are the perfect snack. If you’re really running out of time, buy all of the veg
gies needed already prepped. Sure, it costs a little more but time is money, right?
I seem to go overboard on how much food I make when entertaining. I’m often left with a crazy amount of left overs that never got eaten. When I first started making these 7 Layer Cups, I would make tons of them because everybody loves 7 layer dip! What I didn’t realize at the time is these cups are extremely filling. Many people can’t finish one, so don’t feel the need to make more than 1 for each of your guests. Save yourself the time and money.
To begin, gather all of your ingredients. You will need:
- small party cups (you can find these are your grocers next to the sandwich bags)
- refried beans
- guacamole
- sour cream
- cheese
- green onions
- pico de gallo
- tomatoes
Everybody makes their 7 Layer Dip a little different. You can add or subtract any of the ingredients to make it your own.
Now lay out the cups so you can easily fill each with the correct ingredients. Once they are laid out, start with beans since it’s the heaviest ingredient. You can fill your cups as much or as little as you want. I put a hefty serving of each ingredient in the cup. You can put the ingredients in any way that you want. I start with beans on the bottom then add sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, cheese, tomatoes and top with green onions.
Not only are these so simple to make, they’re SO tasty. Even if we aren’t having a party or gathering, I’ll make a few of these up and cover them with plastic wrap. I keep them in my refrigerator for a quick snack throughout the week. No matter what you use them for, they’re great to have handy.
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Now I want to know, what is your favorite tailgating tradition or recipe?
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
These. Are., Awesome!!!
I love snacking on stuff like this while we’re watching the game.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That is such a great idea! Now maybe we can have dip for game day without the couches paying the price.
Pam says
I love seven layer dip. The idea of putting it in single serve cups is amazing!
Debra Fazio-Rutt says
OMG – those are great. They’re perfect little appetizers for game day or even a holiday party!
Lisa Joy Thompson says
These 7 layer dip cups are awesome! I’ve made 7 layer dip plenty of times, but never thought of making them in a cup! What a great portable dip idea!
Liz Mays says
Ah this is such a cool idea. I’d definitely like having some of them for a tailgate.
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says
IN a CUP! It reminds me of BNL from Wall-E. I love personalized compartment foods!
Kristi says
What a great idea. Plus this prevents the double dippers that always seem to be around when we have friends over… and i never know what to say lol
meagan says
What a great idea! I love seven layer dip, but it’s always annoying to have to share the dip with everyone! I’m so making these!
Joyce Brewer (@MommyTalkShow) says
Perfect way to avoid “double dipping” in one large bowl. Looks yummy although I’ll avoid the guacamole.
Jeanine says
Yum these would be perfect for get togethers too! We don’t tailgate but I want to make these, they look delicious!
deborah150 says
Adorable! Love the idea of doing a 7 layer dip in individual cups. Thanks for the suggestion.
Valerie says
I’ve had 7 layer dip before but never in individual cups. This is perfect for taking with you!
Chasing Joy says
This is a great way to serve dip. Very sanitary too. No double dippers. Lol
Rosey says
Putting it in the little cups is a great idea. These sound great to have on hand, just like you sais. :0)
Elizabeth L says
Very cool idea, I love how each person can have their own cup. Great for holiday parties.
Crystal says
Love these cups. I need portioned appetizers otherwise I’d eat the whole darn bowl of dip! Plus, they’ll travel well.
Stace Werner says
I love 7-layer dip but hate when people bring it to a party in one big container… too messy. This is a great idea!