Description
Mexican-inspired cheesy bean dip delivers creamy comfort with zesty bold flavors. Packed with melted cheese, refried beans, and spicy jalapeños, this crowd-pleasing appetizer will draw everyone to the table for instant deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 30 ounces (850 grams) refried beans (traditional or jalapeno)
- 3 cups (340 grams) shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 2 cups for topping)
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese (room temperature)
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) salsa
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
Garnish:
- ½ cup (75 grams) tomatoes (diced)
- 2 large green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to a moderate temperature of 350°F (175°C), ensuring an even cooking environment for the dip.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, amalgamate the creamy refried beans with velvety cream cheese, zesty salsa, tangy sour cream, a portion of shredded cheese, and aromatic taco seasoning, blending thoroughly until the mixture achieves a uniform consistency.
- Transfer the vibrant bean concoction into a square baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a smooth base layer.
- Generously crown the bean mixture with the remaining shredded cheese, ensuring complete coverage for a molten, golden top.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for approximately half an hour, watching for the cheese to transform into a bubbly, golden-brown landscape.
- Once removed from the oven, embellish the dip with freshly diced tomatoes and delicately sliced green onions, adding a burst of color and crisp freshness.
- Serve the dip immediately while steaming hot, inviting guests to dive into this rich, creamy appetizer with an array of dipping companions.
Notes
- Prep this crowd-pleasing dip in just 10 minutes with simple ingredients you likely have in your kitchen.
- Perfect for game day, movie nights, or spontaneous gatherings where everyone craves a warm, gooey appetizer.
- Customize heat levels by choosing mild, medium, or spicy salsa and taco seasoning to match your taste preferences.
- Elevate the dip by serving with tortilla chips, fresh vegetable sticks, or warm pita bread for dipping.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the microwave or oven for up to 3 days.
- Make ahead tip: Assemble the dip before baking and store covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg