This Hot Bean Dip is warm, creamy, and packed with cheesy goodness! It’s the perfect appetizer for game day, parties, or any gathering. Serve it with tortilla chips for a delicious, crowd-pleasing dip.
📋 Ingredients:
- 1 can (16 oz) refried beans 🫘
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 🧀
- 1 cup sour cream 🥄
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix 🌶️
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 🧀
- 1/4 cup diced green onions 🧅 (optional)
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies (optional) 🌶️
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional) 🌿
📝 Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Set oven temperature:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix the Ingredients:
- Prepare the bean mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the refried beans, softened cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Add cheese and extras:
- Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese, half of the Monterey Jack cheese, and the diced green onions and green chilies (if using).
3. Bake the Dip:
- Transfer to a baking dish:
- Spread the bean mixture evenly into a 9×9-inch baking dish or similar-sized oven-safe dish.
- Top with cheese:
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, and the cheese on top is melted and golden.
4. Serve:
- Garnish and serve:
- Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro or additional diced green onions. Serve hot with tortilla chips for dipping.
🍽️ Tips:
- Extra toppings: Add toppings like diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or black olives for more flavor.
- Make it spicier: If you want more heat, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the bean mixture.
- Slow cooker option: You can make this dip in a slow cooker on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally until heated through and melted.
⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8
🔥 Calories: Approximately 250 kcal per serving
Enjoy this Hot Bean Dip as a warm, cheesy, and savory appetizer that will have everyone coming back for more! 🫘🧀🌶️