The Best Bean Dip
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 make this recipe delicious. It’s the ultimate combo and is seriously one of the best appetizers I’ve ever had.
REFRIED BEAN DIP RECIPE
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 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).
OTHER DIP RECIPES:
- Chili’s Queso Dip
- Beef Enchilada Dip
- Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Easy Feta Dip
- Hot BLT Dip
- Black and White Bean Dip
- Chip n’ Dips
- 7-Layer Mediterranean Dip
The Best Bean Dip
This Bean Dip has 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.
Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- For the Oven: Bake dip at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Microwave: Heat in a microwave safe bowl for 5-8 minutes or until cheese is melted and smooth. Stir every couple of minutes.
Recipe Notes
Source: Taste of Home
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!!!
Awesome dip! I’ve made it a few times now. Yum
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!
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’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!
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!!
Have you ever used dry black beans to make the refried beans vs buying them?
I haven’t. But you could!
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!
Delicious, but I added more beans! Otherwise it seems like cheese dip with some beans in it. Lol.
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!
made this yesterday and I wasn’t a fan.
Sorry you didn’t love it!
This is delish!! Thanks for another terrific recipe!
You’re welcome!
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!
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!
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.
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!
Pinning this to try at my next party! Sounds so yummy!
Can I substitute the sour cream for greek yogurt?? thanks
Sure! I substitute that all the time.
Can I substitute the sour cream for greek yogurt?? thanks
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.
This sounds and looks amazing! I love bean anything! I have to try this dip. I am thinking on tostadas! Thanks for sharing! Pinned 🙂
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.
Whoa, I would eat dips for every meal if I could. I wish it was socially acceptable. This one looks AMAZING! Thanks for sharing 🙂
It looks amazzzingggggg! So delicious! Need to try this recipe.
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Yum, it’s like queso and black bean dip in one 🙂
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.
MmMmm yummy! This sounds amazing and would be so perfect for Super Bowl Sunday! Thanks for the recipe, pinned!
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.
Oh wow! Your right! I did not even pick up on that. So glad you brought that to our attention.
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.
Nice recipes. Thanks so much and have a great day.