Layered cups combining beans, creamy mix, fresh veggies, and cheese for a festive appetizer.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base Layer
01 - Refried beans, 1 can (16 oz)
→ Creamy Layer
02 - Sour cream, 1 cup
03 - Cream cheese, softened, 4 oz
04 - Taco seasoning, 1 packet (1 oz)
→ Fresh Layer
05 - Shredded lettuce, 1 cup
06 - Cherry tomatoes, diced, 1 cup
07 - Black olives, sliced, 1/2 cup
→ Cheese & Toppings
08 - Shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup
09 - Green onions, chopped, 1/4 cup
10 - Salsa, 1/4 cup (optional)
→ For Serving
11 - Tortilla chips
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, softened cream cheese, and taco seasoning. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
02 - Set out 8 small clear cups, each with an 8 oz capacity.
03 - Distribute 2 tablespoons of refried beans into the bottom of each cup, spreading evenly to create an even base layer.
04 - Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into each cup over the beans, smoothing the surface with the back of a spoon.
05 - Layer shredded lettuce over the cream cheese mixture, followed by diced tomatoes and sliced black olives.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the vegetables, then garnish with chopped green onions.
07 - Add a small spoonful of salsa to the top of each cup if desired.
08 - Serve immediately with tortilla chips for dipping.
