Addicting Bean Dip

    By Alyssa Rivers
on May 01, 2024

Bring out the chips and start dipping because this is the most addicting bean dip you will ever have! It’s creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tasty Mexican-inspired flavors. Garnish with toppings, and take this to your next gathering!

This appetizer will have you dipping all night long! If you love tasty appetizers, try this easy million dollar dip, my poolside dip, or stick with a classic 7-layer dip.

Bean dip in a blue cast iron pan with chips.

Reasons You’ll Love This Dip!

  • It’s a Crowd Favorite: Make this dip for any party or gathering and everyone will ask you for the recipe!
  • Fast and Easy: You’re only 6 ingredients away from making this fast and easy dip. Throw it all together to bake, then add your favorite toppings!
  • SO Addicting: You won’t be able to stop dipping this bean dip! It is so tasty and addicting that you might want to double the recipe!

Bean Dip

This addicting bean dip will be your go-to staple for every party or gathering! It’s loaded with all your favorite Mexican-inspired dip flavors and you will devour every bite. It starts with canned refried beans but is taken up a level by all the yummy goodness you add to the beans. Triple the cheese flavor with sour cream, cream cheese, and shredded cheese! Then season with salsa and taco seasoning and you have an addicting bean dip that you can’t stop dipping into. Bake until the cheeses melt and enjoy all night long. I can’t wait for you to see why this bean dip is so addicting!

The cheese in this bean dip gets me every time! There’s just something about a creamy cheesy dip that keeps you coming back for more. Try more of my faves like this chili cheese dip, my jalapeno popper dip, or this crowd-pleasing Rotel dip.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Grab your bean dip ingredients at the grocery store and throw them together in no time at all! These are just some of our favorite ways of dipping. Our go-to is always with tortilla chips, but you can serve it with anything! The ways to enjoy this bean dip are endless!

  • Refried beans: Canned refried beans make this recipe simple and easy!
  • Sour cream: Creates a creamy base for the dip.
  • Cheddar cheese: Melty cheese in the dip is heaven!
  • Cream Cheese: Thicken the dip with the soft and creamy texture of cream cheese.
  • Salsa: Add more flavor and a little kick to the dip if you like it spicy.
  • Taco seasoning: Taco seasoning brings in so much bold flavor with this dip.
  • Tomatoes, Olives, and Cilantro: Garnish the top of your bean dip and enjoy!
Ingredients labeled to make bean dip.

Bean Dip Recipe

It only takes minutes to make this tried and true bean dip recipe! Simple ingredients for a simple dip. Bake until hot and bubbly and it’s ready to devour. This dip is perfect for parties, game days, or gatherings.

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Mix the Bean Dip: In a large mixing bowl, combine refried beans, sour cream, 2 cups shredded cheese, cream cheese, salsa, and taco seasoning.
  3. Spread Into Baking Dish or Skillet: Spread the mixture evenly in an 8×8-inch baking dish or skillet
  4. Top With Cheese and Bake: Top with the remaining 1 cup shredded cheese then bake for 20-25 minutes. 
  5. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with your favorite toppings if desired and serve with tortilla chips!

Tips and Variations

I love changing up a dip if you need some extra ideas enhancing it or giving it a kick of heat. From making this to the slow cooker to adding in more toppings and flavors, I’m giving you all the tips!

  • Serving Ideas: Serve with Fritos, fresh cut veggies, on top of nachos, or slathered on tacos or burritos.
  • Cheese: Have fun with your cheese choice and add pepper jack or Colby jack shredded cheese to the dip mixture.
  • Add Protein: For a heartier dip, add cooked ground beef or shredded chicken to the bean dip mixture.
  • Add Heat: Like a little heat? Add jalapeños, red pepper flakes, or a dash of Cayenne pepper to make a spicy, but don’t make it too spicy for the kiddos.
  • Squeeze of Lime: Fresh lime juice is a great addition to refresh this dip.

Make Bean Dip in the Slow Cooker

You can make this in the slow cooker by adding everything together and cooking on low for 2 to 3 hours or until warm and your cheese is melted. Add extra cheese on top and serve.

Bean dip cooked with a chip in the middle of it.

Storing Bean Dip

We love to make our bean dip hot and right out of the oven but it warms up perfectly if you have leftovers. Follow these simple steps to enjoy bean dip for later!

  • In the Refrigerator: Once the bean dip cools completely then add to an airtight container. You can store it in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
  • To Reheat: Reheat leftovers in the microwave for 2 to 3 minutes or on the stovetop, stirring occasionally. Once it is warm you are ready to serve!
  • Make in Advance: If you want to make the bean dip ahead of time but can’t bake it, prepare it and put it in the pan you plan to bake it in. Tightly cover with plastic wrap then refrigerate until ready to bake. This will last about 2 days in the refrigerator.
Bean dip with a chip dipping into the dip.

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Addicting Bean Dip

5 from 2 votes
By: Alyssa Rivers
Bring out the chips and start dipping because this is the most addicting bean dip you will ever have! It's creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tasty Mexican-inspired flavors. Garnish with toppings, and take this to your next gathering!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 10 people

Ingredients 

  • 1 16 ounce can refried beans
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 3 Tablespoons taco seasoning

Optional toppings:

  • tomatoes
  • olives
  • cilantro

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine refried beans, sour cream, 2 cups shredded cheese, cream cheese, salsa, and taco seasoning.
  • Spread the mixture evenly in an 8×8-inch baking dish or skillet.
  • Top with the remaining 1 cup shredded cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  • Garnish with your favorite toppings if desired and serve with tortilla chips!

Notes

Updated on May 01, 2024
Originally Posted on September 26, 2019

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 9gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 381mgPotassium: 103mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 616IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 274mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
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