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Our favorite bean dip recipe is ready to enjoy in only 30 minutes. Enjoy it with chips, tacos, or any Mexican dish!

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The Best Bean Dip Recipe!

We love to include dips in our Mexican spreads and at our fiestas like Cinco de Mayo.

This specific refried bean dip is our ALL-TIME favorite not only because it’s easy, but because it’s delicious and always gets 5-star reviews. It’s similar to a loved dip from a local AZ restaurant (but even better) and can be made at home ALL of the time! Plus, it’s filled with cream cheese, sour cream AND cheese!

This classic dip has to be our #1 choice when it comes to bean dips, but we also love our Black Bean Dip and Crock Pot Bean Dip.

WHY WE LOVE IT:

  • Ready in minutes. The simple ingredients whip this up in under 30 minutes!
  • Party favorite. This bean dip is sure to be a hit at any gathering, making it a go-to Mexican Appetizer for social events.
  • Slow cooker option. The recipe provides an alternative cooking method, allowing for a delicious, hands-off approach to making the dip.
Bean dip recipe ingredients on table.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans – use a store-bought can or make homemade Canned Refried Beans
  • 1 cup sour cream – or plain Greek yogurt
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened – room temperature
  • 1 (1-ounce) package taco seasoning – Or 3 tablespoons of our Taco Seasoning Recipe (a mix of chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper).
  • ¼ cup salsa – store-bought or Homemade Salsa
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese – A Mexican cheese blend uses cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, asadero cheese, and queso quesadilla cheese.
  • optional mix-ins – store in precooked ground beef or sausage
  • optional garnish – jalapenos, green chiles, sliced black olives, chopped tomatoes, fresh cilantro, green onions, or shredded lettuce
  • serve with Tortilla Chips, corn chips, Fritos, or Doritos, Quesadillas, vegetables like carrots or celery

How to Make Bean Dip

  1. PREP. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. COMBINE. In a medium bowl, mix 1 can of refried beans, 1 cup sour cream, and 4 ounces of cream cheese until well combined. Add 1 packet of taco seasoning and ¼ cup salsa and stir to combine.
  3. BAKE + ENJOY! Spread the bean mixture into an 8×8-inch baking dish and top with 1 cup shredded cheese. Bake for 25 minutes.
Chip being dipped into the best bean dip.

Slow Cooker Directions

  1. ASSEMBLE. Mix all ingredients minus the shredded cheese. Put half of the bean dip in the crock pot and cover it with half of the cheese. Add the rest of the bean dip and top with the remaining cheese.
  2. HEAT. Cook on low for 2-3 hours or until the dip is heated through and the cheese is melted. It can stay on the “warm” setting for up to 4 hours.

See also our Crock Pot Bean Dip.

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Bean Dip Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Our favorite bean dip recipe is ready to enjoy in only 30 minutes. Enjoy it with chips, tacos, or any Mexican dish!
Servings: 8
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 30 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (1-ounce) package taco seasoning
  • ¼ cup salsa, store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • In a medium bowl, mix beans, sour cream, and cream cheese until well combined. Add taco seasoning and salsa and stir to combine.
  • Pour into an 8×8-inch baking dish and top with shredded cheese. Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Serve hot with tortilla chips.

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Notes

Prep ahead of time. Mix the dip 1-2 days before and store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to top with cheese, heat, and serve. 
Slow cooker directions. Mix all the ingredients except the shredded cheese. Spoon half of the bean dip into the slow cooker and cover with half of the cheese, then add the rest of the bean dip and top with the remaining cheese. Cook on low for 2–3 hours, or until the dip is heated through and the cheese is melted.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months. Thaw in the fridge, and reheat slowly. If needed, add a bit of milk to smooth into a creamy texture.  

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cup, Calories: 159kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 45mg, Sodium: 203mg, Potassium: 88mg, Fiber: 0.2g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 513IU, Vitamin C: 0.5mg, Calcium: 137mg, Iron: 0.2mg

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

Recipe FAQ

Make ahead of time?

Mix the dip 1-2 days before and store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to top with cheese, heat, and serve. 

How to store bean dip?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months. Thaw in the fridge, and reheat slowly. If needed, add a bit of milk to smooth into a creamy texture.  

About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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197 Comments

  1. Ashley says:

    Can I add a can of hormel no bean chili to this? Would it make it watery?

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      You sure could! I don’t think it would make it watery. Enjoy!

    2. Katrina Kay Compton says:

      Did you try it with the beans? I had the same thought and want to try it. Thank you!

  2. Cathy says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is awesome! It’s so easy. I made it for New Year’s Eve. Everyone loved it.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Thank you for trying it!! Glad it was a hit!

  3. Roxanne Acevedo says:

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious and so Easy to make.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      I am glad you think so 🙂 Thank you!

  4. Amy says:

    5 stars
    This was a super duper hit on Christmas Eve! I used LaMexicana Cantina Style salsa in it and served it with tortilla chips! It got rave reviews! Will definitely make it again!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Sounds perfect! Thank you for letting me know!

  5. Jessica Perez says:

    5 stars
    This is a must at any get together!

  6. Lindsey Richardson says:

    5 stars
    So easy and a crowd favorite!! Many asked for the recipe after I made it!!!!

  7. Mandy says:

    5 stars
    Yummy! This is definitely a favorite at our house!

  8. Laura says:

    5 stars
    Great crowd pleasing dip! Love it!

  9. Andrea Weston says:

    5 stars
    One of my favorite appetizers!! So yummy! Thanks!

  10. Debi reading says:

    5 stars
    This was amazing. Thank you for sharing. We will be making for christmas