This creamy, cheesy refried bean dip bakes up hot and bubbly in under 30 minutes. Use pantry staples and one bowl for perfect party snacking anytime.
Holly’s Recipe Highlights
- Flavor: Creamy, tangy, and cheesy with a Tex-Mex kick from salsa and taco seasoning.
- Serving Suggestions: Best served warm with tortilla chips, pita chips, or crunchy veggies like bell peppers.
- Make Ahead: Mix and spread into a baking dish, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Just add the final cheese layer and bake before serving.
- Yield: Party-sized for sharing with a smaller group, and easy to double for a crowd. I love to bring this to a potluck because I always come home with lots of compliments and an empty dish.
Ingredients for Refried Bean Dip
- Refried Beans: Use traditional, vegetarian, or jalapeno for an extra kick.
- Mexican Shredded Cheese Blend: Pre-shredded is quick to use and melts just fine. Cheddar with jalapeno Monterey Jack cheese is a good swap.
- Salsa: Choose mild, medium, or hot depending on your heat preferences. Use thick, chunky salsa for the best texture.
- Sour Cream: Adds creaminess and tang. For a light-tasting swap with a similar tang, try using Greek yogurt.
- Taco Seasoning: Store-bought keeps it quick and easy, or make your own. Salt levels vary in packaged mixes, so taste the mixture before baking.
How to Make Bean Dip with Refried Beans
- In a large bowl, combine refried beans, cheese, salsa, sour cream, and taco seasoning.
- Transfer to a baking dish and spread more cheese on top.
- Bake until hot and melty (full recipe below), garnish, and serve.
Leftovers Made Easy
- Refrigerate: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through, or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring for even heat.
- Freezing: Freeze in an airtight container for up to 4 months. Dairy can separate a bit after thawing, so stir well after reheating, and add some fresh cheese to the top before rebaking.
- Serving Leftovers: Leftovers make a great spread inside, burritos, on nachos, or as a topping for baked potatoes.
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Refried Bean Dip
Warm, scoopable, and full of Tex Mex flavor, this refried bean dip is a simple crowd-pleaser for game day and potlucks.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
- 1¾ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend divided
- ½ cup salsa
- ⅓ sour cream
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- pickled jalapenos and sliced green onions, for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉.
- In a large bowl, mix the refried beans, 1 cup of the shredded cheese, salsa, sour cream, and taco seasoning.
- Transfer mixture to a 2-quart baking dish. Spread remaining cheese overtop.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until hot and cheese is melted.
- Top with pickled jalapenos and sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
- Serve with tortilla chips, pita chips, sliced bell peppers, cucumber rounds, or crackers.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 430mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 335IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 382mg | Iron: 0.2mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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