🌶️ Hot Bean Dip 🧀

Posted by BMA24

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:

  1. Set oven temperature:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Mix the Ingredients:

  1. 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.
  1. 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:

  1. Transfer to a baking dish:
  • Spread the bean mixture evenly into a 9×9-inch baking dish or similar-sized oven-safe dish.
  1. Top with cheese:
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
  1. 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:

  1. 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! 🫘🧀🌶️