Everybody loves a good homemade bean dip. Top it with cheese and bake it until hot and bubbly and you've officially got the ultimate party appetizer on hand! This Refried Bean Dip requires only a few simple ingredients, comes together quickly in just 10 minutes or less, and feeds a crowd. So get your chips ready, folks, because this dip bakes up hot and cheesy, and it's absolutely perfect for dipping.
Today, in addition to a seriously savory and addictively delicious bean dip recipe, we'll also cover a few time-saving tips, how to make your bean dip ahead of time (if needed) and all the fun things you can serve it with! Round out your party dip spread with easy Velveeta Cheese Dip, Rotel Dip with Ground Beef, or Mexican Layer Dip!
WHAT'S IN REFRIED BEAN DIP?
Refried Bean Dip is a stellar baked party dip that can be served either warm or room temperature. The dip consists mostly of canned refried beans, cream cheese, and shredded cheese. The full list of ingredients is as follows:
- Canned Refried Beans
- Shredded Cheese
- Cream Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Taco Seasoning
- Hot Sauce (optional)
- Sliced Green Onions (optional)
Let it be known --this bean dip is seriously cheesy.
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The best cheeses for both flavor and that ooey-gooey melty texture we all know and love are Cheddar and Monterrey Jack. Freshly grated cheese works beautifully in this dip, melts easily and makes for a stretchy, gooey masterpiece of a dip. However, if you're short on time, you can use good quality, pre-packaged shredded cheese.
SHORT ON TIME? DO THIS.
Sub in two 8-ounce packages of shredded Mexican blend cheese or a Colby and Monterrey Jack combo for the four cups of freshly grated cheese called for in this recipe, if needed.
In many dip recipes, cream cheese serves more of a purpose than just adding a little extra flavor! It also helps to bind ingredients together, in turn, creating a smooth and creamy texture throughout the dip. The cream cheese in this Refried Bean Dip does exactly that.
TIPS FOR CREAM CHEESE!
Note that in order for the cream cheese to properly bind ingredients, it cannot be cold. To soften the cream cheese, you can either leave it out on the counter for a couple of hours, or you can microwave it at 10 to 15-second intervals until soft to the touch, but not melted.
Sour cream also plays an important role in this Refried Bean Dip. The acidity from the sour cream not only brightens things up, but it also thins it the consistency so it is perfect for dipping.
Refried Bean Dip is easily seasoned and packed with flavor thanks to a package of taco seasoning and a generous serving of hot sauce. The hot sauce doesn't add a great deal of heat to the dip, but if you'd prefer not to use it or don't want to purchase a bottle solely for this recipe, feel free to leave it out.
For garnish, top off your cheesy baked bean dip with sliced green onions...or don't. This one's also completely up to you.
For another amazing and cheesy dip, check out our Jalapeño Popper Dip!
HOW TO MAKE REFRIED BEAN DIP WITH CREAM CHEESE
Refried Bean Dip requires minimal prep and comes together in 10 minutes or less. Actually, the only prep work you have for this recipe (i.e. grating cheese and slicing green onions) is completely optional, so technically, you could potentially be looking at 5 whole minutes of prep. Now, how's that for easy?
- Blend cream cheese and sour cream.
- Add refried beans, half of the grated cheese, and seasoning.
- Transfer to square baking dish, top with cheese, and bake.
1. MIX CREAM CHEESE AND SOUR CREAM
The first step in making Refried Bean Dip is blending the cream cheese and sour cream together. You can either do this with a wooden spoon or with a handheld mixer. Blending these ingredients first ensures they'll distribute evenly throughout the beans when added.
2. ADD BEANS, CHEESE, AND TACO SEASONING
The refried beans, grated cheese, taco seasoning, and hot sauce are added to the mixture and it's all stirred together.
3. BAKE UNTIL MELTY AND BUBBLY
The mixture all gets transferred to an 8"x8" casserole dish, topped with the remaining cheese, and baked until melty and bubbly in a 350° oven.
As mentioned earlier, the green onion garnish is optional, but note, it does add a nice touch of color to the dish and a great deal of flavor.
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FEEDING MORE THAN 12?
You could easily double this recipe and bake it in a 9"X13" casserole dish. If you plan to do so, add about 5 minutes to the total cook time so your dip will be properly heated through.
STORAGE AND REHEATING TIPS
Your bean dip will stay good for up to four days from the time it is assembled. You can reheat leftover bean dip in the microwave or in the oven. For both methods, the timing will depend on how much dip you are reheating.
Reheat bean dip in the microwave at 45-second intervals in a microwave-safe container until it is to your liking. You can also reheat larger leftover quantities of Refried Bean Dip in the same vessel you baked it in. To do this, preheat your oven to 350° and cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. Then, bake for 10-15 minutes (or until the dip is heated through).
WANT TO MAKE IT IN ADVANCE?
You can easily make Refried Bean Dip in advance. To do so, follow the recipe up to the point of baking in the oven. Then, simply cover the dip with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place in the refrigerator. This can be done up to 48 hours in advance. When you are ready to bake your bean dip, set it out 30 minutes prior to removing the chill. Then, transfer to the oven and bake as directed. Note, you may need to add 5-8 minutes to the total cook time if your dip goes into the oven chilled.
WHAT TO SERVE WITH CHEESY REFRIED BEAN DIP
You can serve Refried Bean Dip with a number of items, but my top picks are the classics -- Tortilla chips and Frito Scoops. Here is a complete list of goodies that will pair well with bean dip:
- Tortilla Chips (Pst! We'll even show you how to make your own!)
- Frito Scoops
- Kettle-Cooked Chips
- Thick-Cut Strips of Bell Peppers (or Mini Bell Peppers)
I first served this cheesy bean dip at a casual, small family Christmas gathering. The spread was an ensemble of small bites and nibbles, and this dip was by far the most popular item on the table. It was less than a week before I started receiving texts asking for a copy of the recipe. If this bean dip could take the cake at a Christmas party, I can't wait to see what it will do at this year's Super Bowl party!
This Refried Bean Dip is absolutely perfect for potlucks and casual entertaining. Easy to make, quick to assemble, hot, bubbly, and smothered in cheese -- what more could we ask for in a dip? Please, enjoy!
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Refried Bean Dip with Cream Cheese
Ingredients
- 2 cups freshly grated Cheddar cheese
- 2 cups freshly grated Monterrey Jack cheese
- 4 ounces (about ½ a package) cream cheese, softened
- ⅔ cup sour cream
- 2 (16 ounce) cans refried beans
- 1 (1 ounce) package of taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° and have ready an 8"x8" square baking dish. Mix together the Cheddar and Monterrey Jack Cheese and set aside.
- Add the cream cheese and sour cream to a large bowl and stir to combine with a wooden spoon or handheld mixer on medium speed. Add the refried beans, half of the cheese mixture, taco seasoning, and hot sauce to the bowl, and stir (or mix on low) until well combined.
- Transfer the bean dip to the baking dish and top with the remaining cheese. Bake for 20 minutes, uncovered. Top with green onion garnish (if using), serve, and enjoy!
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Sharon Chen says
Yum! This is a delicious dip with lots of cheese.
Jessica Formicola says
This would be a great dip for game day! Saving this for the Super Bowl for sure!
Amanda Wren-Grimwood says
This dip looks perfect and all that cheese! I can't wait to serve it ip.
Valentina says
I might just call this dinner instead of an appetizer. Perfect to just put in the center of the table at a family dinner. Looks SO good!
Tisha says
This is definitely a great dip for game day this weekend!!
Ramona says
This is definitely a very delicious dish which has my favourite ingredients in cheese and beans. Definitely wanna try this so badly.
Stine Mari says
Ok this dip is looking scrumptious! I love the addition of cheese (obviously) 🙂 And there's so many great tips, thanks for sharing!
Sophie says
This looks so much better than the store brought ones. Always a big fan of this dip.
Erika says
That bean dip looks amazing and the cheese on top is perfect. What a great party dish!
Jenni LeBaron says
I know this is probably appropriate for a party dish to share, but I'm going to be honest, I can see myself curling up with a bowl of this and a side of chips for a weekend Netflix binge too! Totally scrumptious!
Cathleen says
I had never thought that it would be so easy to make a bean dip! Why don't I do this more often!! And such simple ingredients too 🙂
Jacqueline Debono says
I'm always on the look out for great dip recipes as dips are one of my favourite things to make when I have guests! Love all the cheese in this refried bean dip. It sounds so yummy!
Lathiya says
The bean dip looks so cheesy and yummy. Perfect for dipping chips and nachos.
Amanda says
I love that this dip uses sour cream and cream cheese. It gives it so much richness and flavor -- I just can't get enough. Thanks for sharing!
April says
BEANS and DIP were born together. Two words that can make any dinner a special one. Can't wait to try your recipe!
Mimi says
I most always mixed mine with a wooden spoon but since some time ago I got used to use my mixer - so much easier and quicker!
Debbie says
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Great Recipe Thanks for sharing your great recipe ..YUMM!
Alison says
This is such a crowd pleaser. Great to bring to a party, and the dish is wiped clean!
Sara Welch says
This was such a flavorful dish; easily a new family favorite recipe! Looking forward to enjoying this again later this week!
Nicole J. says
Wow this dip looks so good!
Andrea says
I've never had such a creamy and delicious looking bean dip. I can't wait to make this.
Kelly Anthony says
Thanks, Andrea! Enjoy! It's one of our faves for sure!
Beth says
I'm off to plan a party just so I can make this dish! Or maybe I just make the dip and eat it all myself - I'll keep you posted! 😉
Bernice Hill says
mmmm. I just want to take a nacho and dip it right in! Pinning this for Superbowl eats!
Sharon says
Dips are great for parties. This dip is perfect for parties or tailgates. The cream cheese adds an extra level of creaminess.
Jacqui Debono says
This is a great recipe for our upcoming Superbowl party. Thank you!
Pam Greer says
This is going to be the highlight of our game day spread!! Cheesy and so crazy delicious!
Marisa F. Stewart says
Oh, my!! Look at the cheese and the creamy beans. It looks so good and it would be a perfect addition to an appetizer table. I'm already writing down the ingredients so I can make it for Super Bowl Sunday.
GUNJAN C Dudani says
What an awesome combination. I never thought of this before. I am sure it a wonderful crowd pleasure. Can't wit to try it.
Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer says
Cheesy Bean Dip!? Oh absolutely!!! With the Super Bowl coming up, this would be perfect to serve to the gang while we cheer on our favorite team! Thank you for sharing!
Tammy says
Perfect dip for gameday or any day really! Sounds and looks like an incredible bean spread...wish I could dip right in! 😀
Jennifer Banz says
I loved the use of cream cheese in this bean dip. Definitely making again for the Super Bowl!
Kathy Soule says
I love cheese! But 4 cups to 2 cans of refried beans just sounds like. Overkill to me. It's more like a cheese dip with a little beans on it. I want to taste the beans.