Save A festive and crowd-pleasing layered dip arranged to resemble a football field, perfect for game day gatherings.
I love making this dip when friends come over to watch the game; it's always a hit and brings everyone together.
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.
Save Making this dip is a family favorite, especially during football season where everyone grabs a chip and enjoys the fun presentation.
Notes
For extra spice, add pickled jalapeños or hot sauce to the salsa layer. Pair this dip 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 or vegan options. Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies or dietary restrictions.
Save This football field dip is sure to be the centerpiece of your game day spread and will impress all your guests.
Recipe Help
- → How do I create the yard lines on the dip?
Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a snipped corner filled with sour cream to carefully pipe straight lines across the guacamole layer.
- → Can I prepare this dip ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the layers and cover tightly. Keep refrigerated until serving to maintain freshness.
- → What can I use to add a spicy kick?
Incorporate sliced jalapeños or mix hot sauce into the salsa layer for added heat.
- → Are there vegetarian or vegan adaptations?
Use plant-based cheese, sour cream, and refried beans for vegan options; omit meat toppings if desired.
- → What dippers work best with this dish?
Tortilla chips are classic, while pretzel sticks also complement well, especially as decorative goal posts.