A fun no cook appetizer, these easy 7 layer taco cups come together in just minutes. They’re perfect for impressing a crowd or serving for your BBQs, gatherings, or other celebrations!
I’ve always loved making individual 7 layer taco cups. Not only are they super easy to throw together when you’re short on time but guests love that they have their own serving.
They’re great for parties and celebrations all year long. We love serving them during the summer gatherings we have with friends and family.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ingredients & Notes
- refried beans
- taco seasoning
- guacamole
- sour cream
- salsa
- shredded cheddar cheese
- Roma tomatoes, diced
- sliced olives
- Cilantro, for garnish (optional)
- Chips for dipping
These are made in 9oz clear plastic cups.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How To Make 7 Layer Taco Cups
See below for a full list of ingredients and detailed instructions.
- Mix the taco seasoning and the refried beans in a small bowl until well combined.
Spoon about 2 tablespoons of each layer into the clear plastic cup.
- Layer 1: Refried beans mixed with taco seasoning
- Layer 2: Guacamole
- Layer 3: Sour cream
- Layer 4: Salsa
- Layer 5: Shredded cheese
- Layer 6: Diced tomatoes
- Layer 7: Black olives
Garnish with cilantro if desired and serve with tortilla chips. Keep the cups chilled in the fridge until ready to serve.
Substitutions & Variations
- Add your favorite layers. Anything that you would normally enjoy with your tacos you can layer in the individual cups.
- Use taco meat instead of refried beans or add a layer of taco meat to the cups.
- Substitute any ingredients for low-fat, dairy free, healthier options if you wish.
What To Serve With Individual Taco Cups
Serve these seven layer taco cups with nachos on the side. Guests, friends, and family can dip the nachos into the cups when they’re ready to eat.
Storing & Reheating
- Store: Make these ahead of time and store them in the fridge. I recommend covering the cups with a layer of plastic wrap.
FAQs
These recipe uses layers of refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cheese, olives, and tomatoes. You can substitute or add any of your favorite taco themed layers.
This recipe makes 8 individual cups. You can double or triple the recipe if you need more.
Yes! Prep and put them together ahead of time and store them in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.
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Easy 7 Layer Taco Cups Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 9 ounce clear plastic cups
- 1 can refried beans
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 1 cup guacamole
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 1 cup salsa (we prefer chunky salsa)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons sliced olives
- chips for dipping
Instructions
- Mix the taco seasoning and the refried beans in a small bowl until well combined.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of each layer into the clear plastic cup.
- Layer 1: Refried beans mixed with taco seasoning. Layer 2: Guacamole. Layer 3: Sour cream. Layer 4: Salsa. Layer 5: Shredded cheese. Layer 6: Diced tomatoes. Layer 7: Black olives
- Garnish with cilantro if desired and serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Add your favorite layers. Anything that you would normally enjoy with your tacos you can layer in the individual cups.
- Use taco meat instead of refried beans or add a layer of taco meat to the cups.
- Substitute any ingredients for low-fat, dairy free, healthier options if you wish.
- Make these ahead of time and store them in the fridge. I recommend covering the cups with a layer of plastic wrap.
Nutrition
Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. For best results, calculate these on your own.
