This bean dip recipe is the ultimate party appetizer! It’s creamy, it’s cheesy, and it’s perfect for scooping up with tortilla chips. Just make sure to hit up the snack table right after it comes out of the oven. This bean dip disappears QUICK! And I haven’t told you the best part yet: this bean dip recipe is easy to make. It calls for refried beans (you can use canned or homemade), so instead of blending the dip in a food processor, you can simply stir it together in a bowl. Spread it in a baking dish, sprinkle it with cheese, and bake until the top is melty and bubbly. From there, just add your favorite garnishes and dig in!
Bean Dip Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this bean dip recipe:
Refried beans – Canned and homemade refried beans both work well here! You’ll need 2 cups homemade or 1 (16-ounce) can refried pinto beans. Sour cream – It adds richness to the dip and perfects its creamy texture. If you don’t keep sour cream on hand, feel free to substitute plain Greek yogurt. Canned diced green chiles – They add delicious tangy flavor. Taco seasoning – Use store-bought or make homemade taco seasoning with spices like chili powder, cumin, onion powder, and garlic powder. Note whether or not your taco seasoning is salted. If it is, you may not need to add much salt to the dip. Shredded cheese – For topping! I like to use shredded cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, or a Mexican cheese blend. And a lime wedge – Squeeze it over the dip before serving for a pop of bright flavor.
Find the complete recipe with measurements below.
How to Make Bean Dip
This refried bean dip is so simple to make! First, mix together the dip ingredients. Place the refried beans, sour cream, green chiles, and taco seasoning in a medium bowl, and stir to combine.
Next, taste the dip. Does it need more taco seasoning or salt? If it does, add some. Continue tasting and adjusting until you love the flavor. The amount of salt and spices you need will depend on the potency of your taco seasoning and whether or not your seasoning and refried beans are salted.
With this step out of the way, you’ll be able to easily bake off the bean dip just before serving. Then, bake the dip. Evenly spread it in an 8-inch cast-iron skillet or baking dish. Top with the cheese, leaving a bit of the dip exposed around the edges.
Bake at 375°F until the cheese is melted and the dip is bubbling, 20 to 25 minutes. Let the dip cool for 5 minutes before garnishing it, squeezing it with lime juice, and serving.
Bean Dip Serving Suggestions
I love this refried bean dip with fresh garnishes on top! Before serving, load it up with any of the following:
Halved cherry tomatoes or diced plum tomatoes Thinly sliced green onions Thinly sliced jalapeños or serranos Sliced or diced avocado Chopped fresh cilantro
I also love to add one tangy, salty topping for extra depth of flavor. Cotija cheese is my favorite, but pickled jalapeños or even black olives would be fun too. Enjoy with tortilla chips!
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