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    Home » Dips » American Flag Taco Dip

    American Flag Taco Dip

    Published: Jun 24, 2019 · Modified: Feb 2, 2023 by Sula · This post may contain affiliate links · 57 Comments

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    Patriotic for the 4th of July

    I don’t exactly know why, but I simply LOVE to make red, white and blue food for the Fourth of July! When my kids were young, it was layered Jell-O. At some point, I graduated to layered cakes and other foods.

    No matter what direction I take, I always want to have at least one item with the right colors on July 4th and that’s why I made this taco dip!

    That is my theme from now until Independence Day – all recipes will have a red, white and blue theme. Some will be simple, others might require more work, but I am hoping that some of you will try at least one of these ideas to make your holiday more festive.

    Taco dip decorated as an American flag

    It's easy to make this flag

    The recipe I am starting with is not complicated, but there is a time commitment in decorating. But hey, you are making an AMERICAN FLAG here….and even though it takes a little time, I guarantee this will take less time than it took Betsy Ross.

    This dip is easy to customize and make your own. If you already have a favorite taco dip, use that for the main layer and then just use these instructions to decorate the top.

    This dip is so fun, I decided to make a Web Story for it. Check out it!

    How to make American Flag Taco Dip

    To start, mix up the dip ingredients and spread it into a 9x13 pan. Crush up some blue tortilla chips - enough to make about a cup. Arrange the crushed chips in a 5x4 rectangle in the upper left corner of the pan.

    rolling pin crushing blue tortilla chips in a bag

    To make stars, I used a small star cookie cutter and pre-sliced white cheddar cheese. You could use a small knife to cut your stars, but you'll need a steady hand for that!

    star cookie cutter making star shapes of cheese slices

    Place stars in the blue rectangle. The number of stars will vary according to the size you make. Obviously, 50 will not fit LOL.

    dip in pan with blue square in corner with stars

    The red stripes are a mix of tomatoes and red pepper. The white stripes are shredded Monterey Jack cheese. You can use any other mild white cheese, as preferred.

    Taco dip decorated as an American flag

    I also want to note that the final dip is extremely mild, which will be great for a crowd that includes kids. But if you prefer something with a little kick, I suggest you use a hot salsa and also add 2-3 tablespoons of taco seasoning to the dip layer. Or – if you already have a favorite taco dip, substitute that for the cream cheese layer and then follow the rest of the instructions to make the flag.

    I think I might try this next with a refried bean layer…YUM!

    hand holding a chip covered in dip with whole pan of taco dip behind and outdoors

    More 4th of July ideas

    You'll need some potato salad, so why not make it Red White and Blue?

    The beverages can be patriotic with Red White and Blue Vodka Slush or the ever-popular Firecracker Margarita.

    And don't forget dessert! Red White and Blueberry Crumble bars are super-easy. If you want a showstopper no bake dessert, try a Frozen Patriotic Torte.

    I think I can hear the Star-Spangled Banner!

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    American Flag Taco Dip

    Very Patriotic!
    Prep Time45 mins
    Total Time45 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 20
    Calories: 217kcal
    Author: Sula

    Ingredients

    • 2 8- oz packages light cream cheese softened
    • 1 jar (16oz) chunky salsa
    • 1 cup (8oz) light sour cream
    • 2 cups shredded cheese 4-cheese Mexican or cheddar
    • ½ cup chopped green onions
    • 1 bag (9oz)blue corn tortilla chips plus more for serving
    • 8 oz Monterey Jack cheese shredded
    • I deli slice white cheddar cheese or similar
    • 1 cup quartered grape tomatoes
    • 1 red bell pepper chopped (1 cup)

    Instructions

    • Beat the cream cheese, salsa, sour cream, shredded cheese and green onions in a large bowl until blended. Spread mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
    • Crush enough blue tortilla chips to make 1 cup; set aside the remaining chips for serving. Arrange the crushed tortilla chips in a rectangle on the upper left-hand corner of the cream cheese mixture, measuring about 5 x 4-inches.
    • Using a small (1½ inch) star cookie cutter, cut star shapes from the slice of white cheese. Arrange stars on the chips.
    • Combine the chopped pepper with the quartered tomatoes in a medium bowl.
    • Arrange the tomato mixture and the Monterey Jack cheese in alternating rows, about one inch each. (I put all the red stripes in first, then filled in between with the cheese). And there you have it, a beautiful American Flag treat that will surely impress and delight all family members and guests.
    • Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving. Serve with tortilla chips.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 469mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 810IU | Vitamin C: 10.7mg | Calcium: 211mg | Iron: 0.7mg

    Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    1. Jenna

      June 30, 2022 at 8:54 pm

      5 stars
      This is the cutest idea! I’m going to make it this weekend! I’ll let you know how it goes. 😊

      Reply
      • Sula

        July 01, 2022 at 7:19 am

        Have fun with it!

        Reply
    2. Toby

      June 25, 2022 at 1:56 pm

      I LOVE this idea. Thank you so very much for the recipe. Toby

      Reply
      • Sula

        June 25, 2022 at 2:26 pm

        You're welcome, enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Sherry

      June 13, 2022 at 7:22 am

      5 stars
      I made this American Flag Taco Dip for a Memorial Day potluck gathering and it was a huge hit! Thank you for a great easy recipe that everyone enjoyed!

      Reply
      • Sula

        June 13, 2022 at 4:46 pm

        I'm so glad your group enjoyed it, and thank you for the kind review!

        Reply
    4. nancy

      June 12, 2022 at 6:08 pm

      5 stars
      what a great idea for easy july 4th decorating on the dip! great for backyard parties

      Reply
      • Sula

        June 12, 2022 at 6:58 pm

        Welcome at any party!

        Reply
    5. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady

      June 12, 2022 at 5:18 pm

      5 stars
      This is super cute for the 4th of July. Wish we still lived in the US.

      Reply
      • Sula

        June 12, 2022 at 6:58 pm

        You can still celebrate!

        Reply
    6. Bianca

      June 12, 2022 at 1:07 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a fun dip! Perfect for a crowd

      Reply
      • Sula

        June 12, 2022 at 3:07 pm

        Enjoy!

        Reply
    7. Jess

      June 11, 2022 at 8:19 pm

      5 stars
      This would be so fun for the 4th!

      Reply
      • Sula

        June 12, 2022 at 6:32 am

        It really is perfect for any patriotic holiday!

        Reply
    8. Shelby

      June 11, 2022 at 3:05 pm

      5 stars
      A classic dip and such a festive way to serve it!

      Reply
      • Sula

        June 12, 2022 at 6:31 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    9. Jean

      June 11, 2022 at 8:37 am

      5 stars
      Awesome meal to enjoy on the 4th of July while also watching fireworks on tv. With occasion or none this taco dip is so good.

      Reply
      • Sula

        June 11, 2022 at 8:50 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
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