This iconic Tex-Mex dip is loaded with refried beans, melty cheeses, taco seasoning, and green chiles — baked until bubbling and served with tortilla chips. It’s cheap, EASY, and one of the most shared & searched dips in the USA!
🧾 Ingredients
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2 cans (16 oz each) refried beans
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1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sour cream
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1 packet taco seasoning
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1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup shredded pepper jack or Monterey Jack
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Optional toppings:
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Sliced green onions
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Pickled jalapeños
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Diced tomatoes
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Black olives
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👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Base Mixture
In a large bowl, mix together:
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Refried beans
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Cream cheese
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Sour cream
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Taco seasoning
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Green chiles
Stir until completely smooth and combined.
2️⃣ Assemble
Spread the mixture evenly into a greased baking dish.
Top with cheddar and pepper jack cheese.
3️⃣ Bake
Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 20–25 minutes or until hot, bubbly, and melty.
4️⃣ Top & Serve
Add green onions, jalapeños, or tomatoes on top.
Serve warm with:
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Tortilla chips
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Crackers
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Veggie sticks
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Toasted pita
❓ Q/A
Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes! Prep the dish and refrigerate. Bake when ready.
Q: Can I make it spicier?
Add jalapeños, hot taco seasoning, or a splash of hot sauce.
Q: Can I make it lighter?
Use low-fat cream cheese, low-fat sour cream, and black beans instead of refried beans.
Q: Can I slow-cook it?
Yes — cook on LOW for 2–3 hours in a slow cooker.v
