Layered taco cups combining refried beans, creamy mix, fresh veggies, and cheese in bite-sized servings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base Layer
01 - 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
→ Creamy Layer
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
→ Fresh Layer
05 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
07 - 1/2 cup sliced black olives
→ Cheese & Toppings
08 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
09 - 1/4 cup chopped green onions
10 - 1/4 cup salsa, optional
→ For Serving
11 - Tortilla chips
# How To Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, cream cheese, and taco seasoning. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
02 - Arrange 8 small clear cups (8 oz capacity) on a clean work surface.
03 - Distribute 2 tablespoons of refried beans into the bottom of each cup, pressing gently to create an even layer.
04 - Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture over the beans in each cup, smoothing the surface with the back of a spoon.
05 - Add a layer of shredded lettuce to each cup, followed by diced tomatoes and sliced black olives distributed evenly.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the vegetable layer and garnish with chopped green onions.
07 - Add a small spoonful of salsa to the top of each cup if desired.
08 - Present immediately with tortilla chips on the side for dipping.