Football Field Layered Dip

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This festive dip features layers of refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa styled to resemble a football field. Topped with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, black olives, tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, and lettuce, it creates a colorful and inviting presentation. Optional jalapeños add a spicy kick, and pretzel sticks mimic goal posts. Ideal for game day, this easy dish serves 10 to 12 and pairs well with tortilla chips or pretzels.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:36:00 GMT
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A festive and crowd-pleasing layered dip arranged to resemble a football field perfect for game day gatherings.

This dip quickly became a favorite at our family football parties where everyone loves to dive in before the big game.

Ingredients

  • Base Layers: 2 cups refried beans, 1 cup sour cream, 1 cup guacamole, 1 cup salsa, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Toppings & Decoration: 1/2 cup sliced black olives, 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes, 1/4 cup sliced green onions, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 cup shredded lettuce, 1/4 cup sour cream (for piping yard lines), 2 tablespoons sliced jalapeños (optional)
  • Dippers: 2 bags tortilla chips, 1 bag pretzel sticks (for goal posts optional)

Instructions

Step 1:
On a large rectangular platter spread the refried beans evenly to form the first layer.
Step 2:
Carefully spread the sour cream over the beans leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges.
Step 3:
Spoon the guacamole over the sour cream smoothing it into a bright green rectangle to resemble the football field.
Step 4:
Layer salsa evenly along the edges outside the guacamole field and sprinkle grated cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the salsa border.
Step 5:
Decorate the guacamole field Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the tip snipped off to pipe yard lines and end zones with the reserved sour cream Arrange sliced black olives as players or fans along the edges Sprinkle tomatoes green onions and cilantro over the cheese border Add shredded lettuce along the ends as turf.
Step 6:
If desired create mini goal posts with pretzel sticks at both ends of the field.
Step 7:
Serve immediately with tortilla chips on the side.
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Freshly prepared Football Field Dip Platter with cheese and perfectly arranged football field lines. | munchhug.com

This recipe always sparks lively conversation while everyone enjoys the game and the dip together.

Notes

For a heartier dip add a layer of seasoned ground beef or turkey between the beans and sour cream Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version To make vegan use plant-based cheese sour cream and refried beans For extra spice add pickled jalapeños or hot sauce to the salsa layer Pair with Mexican lagers or fruity mocktails for a festive touch.

Required Tools

Large rectangular platter or baking sheet Spatula Piping bag or zip-top bag (for sour cream lines) Small bowls (for prepping toppings)

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cheese sour cream) may contain gluten if using wheat-based chips or pretzels Beans may contain lard check labels for vegetarian vegan options Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies or dietary restrictions.

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Delicious game-day Football Field Dip Platter with crisp tortilla chips ready for dipping and enjoying. | munchhug.com

This Football Field Dip Platter is a guaranteed touchdown for your next party making game day even more enjoyable.

Football Field Layered Dip

Layered dip with beans, guacamole, cheese, and toppings styled as a football field.

Prep duration
25 min
0
Complete duration
25 min
Created by Samantha Reed


Skill level Easy

Heritage American

Output 12 Portions

Nutrition preferences Meat-free

Components

Base Layers

01 2 cups refried beans
02 1 cup sour cream
03 1 cup guacamole
04 1 cup salsa
05 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Toppings & Decoration

01 1/2 cup sliced black olives
02 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
03 1/4 cup sliced green onions
04 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
05 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
06 1/4 cup sour cream (for piping yard lines)
07 2 tablespoons sliced jalapeños (optional)

Dippers

01 2 bags tortilla chips
02 1 bag pretzel sticks (for goal posts, optional)

Method

Phase 01

Spread refried beans: Evenly layer the refried beans onto a large rectangular platter forming the base.

Phase 02

Add sour cream: Spread sour cream over the beans carefully, leaving a one-inch border around the edges.

Phase 03

Layer guacamole: Spoon guacamole over the sour cream, smoothing to create a bright green rectangle mimicking a football field.

Phase 04

Add salsa and cheeses: Layer salsa evenly along the border outside the guacamole field and sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the salsa area.

Phase 05

Decorate the field: Pipe yard lines and end zones onto the guacamole using reserved sour cream. Arrange sliced black olives along edges to represent players or fans. Scatter chopped tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro over the cheese border. Add shredded lettuce along the ends for turf effect.

Phase 06

Optional goal posts: Create mini goal posts with pretzel sticks at both ends of the platter if desired.

Phase 07

Serve with dippers: Serve immediately alongside tortilla chips for dipping.

Tools needed

  • Large rectangular platter or baking sheet
  • Spatula
  • Piping bag or zip-top bag (for sour cream lines)
  • Small bowls for ingredient preparation

Allergy alerts

Review ingredients carefully for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance if concerned.
  • Contains dairy from cheese and sour cream; may contain gluten in chips or pretzels.
  • Check refried bean labels for lard if vegetarian or vegan.
  • Verify ingredient labels for allergens prior to use.

Dietary info (per portion)

Values shown are estimates only - please consult healthcare providers for specific advice.
  • Energy: 220
  • Lipids: 13 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Proteins: 7 g