This is the Best Bean Dip Ever – creamy, spicy, and the perfect texture for dipping. Bring it to a friend’s house to watch the game and it’ll be a hit.
Beans, salsa, cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, chili powder and cumin. It’s the ultimate combo and is seriously one of the best bean dip recipes I’ve ever had.
THE BEST BEAN DIP
During my last pregnancy I had an overwhelming craving for bean dip. I wasn’t sure exactly what I was looking for but I was sure if I tasted enough bean dips I would find the right one to satisfy the craving.
I tried Taco Bell and drove around to every local restaurant in South Florida and nothing came close to what I wanted.
Growing up in Arizona we had a plethora of Mexican restaurants that were known just for their bean dip and that’s sooo what I wanted.
Just a couple thousand miles too far away.
I never did find one that did the trick until now…when I’m not pregnant anymore.
There are some foods that I ate while I was pregnant and honestly still have a hard time eating now because they bring back such strong memories of how sick I was.
Don’t let my wacky hormones fool you…those recipes are good. I’m just being honest.
WHAT IS IN BEAN DIP
This bean dip is pretty simple. Beans, salsa, cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, chili powder and cumin. It’s the ultimate combo and is seriously one of the best bean dips I’ve ever had.
But this, THIS is the dip. Couldn’t be anymore perfect. This bean dip is everything I ever wanted when I was pregnant…and not pregnant.
HOW TO MAKE BEAN DIP
This recipe was meant for the slow cooker but due to my procrastination I’ve found that it can also be done in the oven and even the microwave (ultra procrastinator).
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- 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
- 1 cup picante sauce
- 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (or more to taste)
- tortilla chips
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In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; transfer to a small (1-1/2-qt) slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or until heated through, stirring intermittently. Serve with tortilla chips and salsa.
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Optional ways of preparing: The slow cooker is ideal because it keeps the dip warm but you can also prepare this in the oven or even microwave.
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For the Oven: Bake dip at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
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Microwave: Heat in a microwave safe bowl for 5-8 minutes or until cheese is melted and smooth. Stir every couple of minutes.
Source: Taste of Home
I'm Christy Denney, The Girl Who Ate Everything. I can't be left alone with a warm cinnamon roll or chocolate chip cookie. 
Nice recipes. Thanks so much and have a great day.
This looks interesting – I had to google refried beans and picante sauce, but they both look easy enough to make and useful. Is Monterey Jack cheese similar to Mozzarella? I’ve read a couple of descriptions that make it sound like it. Mostly the mild flavour and smooshieness when cooked. Or if not similar would it make a decent substitute?
Ari,
Monterey Jack is somewhat similar to Mozzarella. You can substitute with any cheese really. You could use all cheddar or a Mexican blend cheese. You can’t go wrong!
Refried beans can be bought in the Mexican aisle and picante is just a type of salsa. Use any salsa you like.
Im mexican and we dont really eat bean dip but that looks good. I would love to share some authentic and delicious mexican recipes that my husband and friend that they are not mexicans at all love them!! I love your recipes i tried some before even i share your recipes on my Facebook page thank you!!!
I would love if you shared your recipes!!!
Christy,
I would love to try your recipe. However, would you please clarify the measurements in the recipe. Both cheeses call for 1 cup but next to those measurements it says 4oz. there are 8oz in a cup.
Michelle,
Yes, when dealing with liquids 8oz measures as a cup but with cheeses 4 ounces is 1 cup.
MmMmm yummy! This sounds amazing and would be so perfect for Super Bowl Sunday! Thanks for the recipe, pinned!
This looks perfect for our Super Bowl party. Quick question though–it says 1 package/3oz cream cheese. The normal packages of cream cheese are 8 oz. So is it a smaller package?
Thanks!
Yes! Only 3 ounces. There are smaller packages out there or just use part of an 8 ounce.
Yum, it’s like queso and black bean dip in one 🙂
It looks amazzzingggggg! So delicious! Need to try this recipe.
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Whoa, I would eat dips for every meal if I could. I wish it was socially acceptable. This one looks AMAZING! Thanks for sharing 🙂
You know what—-after I read the recipe this might really be THE best bean dip. I like it. The picture
certainly pulls one in, but the recipe backs it up.
Thanks Carol. Bean dip is hard to photograph so I was worried.
This sounds and looks amazing! I love bean anything! I have to try this dip. I am thinking on tostadas! Thanks for sharing! Pinned 🙂
Thanks for providing non-slow cooker options for those of us with tiny kitchens. I love love love a good bean dip.
You’re welcome! I totally agree.
Can I substitute the sour cream for greek yogurt?? thanks
Can I substitute the sour cream for greek yogurt?? thanks
Sure! I substitute that all the time.
Pinning this to try at my next party! Sounds so yummy!
I made a double batch of this for a party tonight and we didn’t eat as much of it as I thought. Do you think it would freeze?
Yes but I’ve never tried it!
What do you recommend for the Picante sauce? Do you like a certain brand? Is that the same as salsa? Thank you. This looks so delicious!
Yes, it’s the same as salsa. You can use any kind you like. I use one from Costco or just Pace.
Bean was good, I tried the 2nd time I made it using about a little less than half a packet of Taco seasoning instead of the Chili powder and defnitely improved it, also added onions.
Thanks for the feedback!
I made this for a get together last night and it was delicious. I used a medium spiced salsa with black beans and corn in place of the picante sauce and substituted taco seasoning for the chili powder and cumin. The whole dip was devoured by six people within a very short time 🙂 Great recipe!
Thanks!
This is delish!! Thanks for another terrific recipe!
You’re welcome!
made this yesterday and I wasn’t a fan.
Sorry you didn’t love it!
Had to laugh reading your commentary leading up to the recipe. I’m pregnant and thinking about what to make for lunch. I thought of making some sort of bean taco/burrito but then I wanted BEAN DIP … But I think I’ve only had a bean dip once? It didn’t matter, I had to have it! So I went to mr. Google and he led me straight to you. I’m patiently waiting as it gets melty in the oven. Thanks! 🙂
Bless your heart! I totally get it girl!
Delicious, but I added more beans! Otherwise it seems like cheese dip with some beans in it. Lol.
Really good. I used home made salsa as I didn’t have picante sauce. I will make again! Thank you for tecipe.
Recipe…sorry.
Thank you!
Have you ever used dry black beans to make the refried beans vs buying them?
I haven’t. But you could!
This is my first time commenting on a Pinterest recipe, but I felt compelled to do so.. This bean dip is DA BOMB!!!!! Seriously, its life changing people. Mexican night is forever changed at our house. If you like bean dip, do yourself a favor and make this. You won’t be disappointed. Thanks for a wonderful recipe!!
I’m actually not a fan of bean dip, but my daughter is in love with beans, so of course I had to make it, long story short, everyone including me loves it!
Absolutely delightful!!!! Yummylicious!!! Can’t stop eating it. I covered it with Colby cheese. Would make it again & again!!!
I’m so glad you agree!
I just made it by following the recipe through. It taste really good, but it’s way too spicy! Next time, I’m going to reduce the amount of spice in half or even less than that. Thanks for sharing!
Awesome dip! I’ve made it a few times now. Yum
Great dip best I’ve tried yet. I’ve fixed it twice within a week. Family eats most of it before I get any. Thanks
Thank you!!!
Is the picante sauce from Pace or what brand do you use?
I like Pace!
Oh you are a woman after my same heart. I cannot wait to try this!! While pregnant with boy 2 out of 3 I walked into the grocery store and smelled cinnamon raisin bread. I smelled every loaf just because I wanted the one that I smelled. My husband gave me that look like this did not happen. A really nice gentleman walked by and told him it’s ok for have children too.
Hahaha. How funny! Now I’m craving cinnamon bread.
Any idea how many people this recipe serves?
It serves about 18 (1/4 cup).
Can I use a can of rotels instead of salsa?
Sure!