Easy Black Bean Mummy Taco Dip: The Best Halloween Appetizer
A quick and easy Halloween appetizer featuring a black bean base, creamy taco-seasoned sour cream, and a mummy face design made with cheese, olives, and bell peppers. Perfect for parties and ready in under 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes (includes 30 minutes chilling)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sour cream (full fat recommended)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese (or cheddar)
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 2–3 cherry tomatoes, cut into small rounds
- Tortilla chips (Tostitos Scoops recommended)
- Bell pepper or carrot strips for mummy wrapping (optional)
Instructions
- Drain and rinse black beans. Mash lightly with a fork, leaving some whole beans for texture. Stir in 1 tablespoon taco seasoning.
- In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and fluffy. Add remaining 1 tablespoon taco seasoning and mix until combined.
- Spread black bean mixture evenly in a 9-inch pie dish or shallow baking dish (about 1/2 inch thick).
- Top with cream cheese mixture, spreading gently to cover beans without mixing layers.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, leaving a small oval space in the center for the mummy’s face. Create diagonal lines with cheese to mimic bandages.
- Place two olive slices in the center oval for eyes. Use a small strip of cherry tomato or red bell pepper for the mouth. Arrange thin strips of bell pepper or carrot around edges for loose bandages.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips.
Notes
For best flavor, chill at least 30 minutes before serving. Can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead; add mummy face decorations just before serving. Use full-fat sour cream and cream cheese for best texture. Shred cheese from a block for better melting and bandage appearance. If using low-sodium black beans, adjust taco seasoning salt accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of dip (without
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 480
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 9
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