Description
Cheesy Bean Dip is a warm, creamy, and flavorful appetizer made with refried beans, melted cheese, and savory spices. This easy crowd-pleasing dip is perfect for parties, game days, or casual gatherings and pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- For Serving:
- Tortilla chips
- Sliced jalapeños (optional)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine refried beans, sour cream, salsa, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a small baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and top with green onions, diced tomatoes, or jalapeños if desired.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.
Notes
You can add cooked ground beef or taco-seasoned chicken for a heartier dip. Pepper jack cheese can also be used for a spicier version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheesy bean dip, refried bean dip, party dip, easy appetizer