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    Published: Feb 18, 2017 Updated: Apr 19, 2020 by Hilda Sterner | This post may contain affiliate links 2 Comments

    Mexican Bean Dip Recipe

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    Mexican bean dip

    This Mexican Bean Dip is irresistible and always the first dip to disappear at any potluck. Layered with refried bean, cream cheese, salsa, and shredded cream cheese, it's almost begging for a chip! For an extra spicy version, add some of my roasted salsa!

    bean dip and chip

    Why This Recipe Works

    This bean dip recipe is super easy to prepare! As a matter of fact, it's as simple as layering some ingredients in a baking dish and tossing the baking dish in the oven! It's about as basic as a recipe can get, but it's always a crowd-pleaser!

    In fact, my daughter, Nena, loves this bean dip so much, she sometimes eats it in place of a meal. I believe it will be your family's favorite too!

    How to Make Mexican Bean Dip

    STEP 1: Place cream cheese in an 8"x8" ceramic dish, cover with a paper towel, and microwave for one minute, or until the cheese is soft enough to spread. Sprinkle with ½ of the taco seasoning.

    cream cheese covered with taco seasoning in a baking dish

    STEP 2: Mix the taco seasoning into the cream cheese and spread in an even layer.

    cream cheese dip in a baking dish

    STEP 3: Place refried beans in a medium-sized bowl, and mix in the remaining taco seasoning.

    refried beans in a blue bowl with a baking dish full of seasoned cream cheese dip

    STEP 4: Spread the refried beans over the cream cheese.

    mexican bean dip in a baking dish

    STEP 5: Drain green chiles, and spread over the refried beans.

    mexican bean dip covered with a diced chili layer

    STEP 6: Pour the salsa over the diced chilis, and spread evenly.

    mexican bean dip covered with a salsa layer

    STEP 7: Sprinkle with the shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese.

    mexican bean dip /cheese layer

    STEP 8: Next, top with the sliced olives.

    Mexican bean dip topped with sliced black olives

    STEP 9: Cover loosely with foil, and bake for 30 minutes, or until the shredded cheese is completely melted.

    mexican bean dip in a rectangle baking dish

    Serve with tortilla chips. Enjoy!

    a chip covered with bean dip

    Recipe FAQs

    Are refried beans the same as bean dip?

    There are various types of bean dip. Some are made with mashed pinto beans and spices, while other bean dips include cheese.

    How long does homemade bean dip last in the fridge?

    Homemade bean dip is good for approximately 5 days when refrigerated.

    Bean Dip also freezes well. When ready to serve, thaw frozen bean dip overnight in the fridge.

    Pro Tips

    • Other layers can be added including ground beef, sour cream, and scallions.
    • Guacamole, pickled jalapeños, and chorizo are also great additions.
    • If you can handle extra spicy food, add a final layer of my hot chili sauce.

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    chip being dipped in dip

    Layered Mexican Bean Dip

    Creamy, hot, layered Mexican bean dip.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Appetizers, Snacks
    Cuisine: American, Mexican
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 477kcal

    Ingredients

    • 2 8 oz cream cheese
    • 2 tbsps taco seasoning divided
    • 1 8 ounce canned diced green chiles
    • 1 can refried beans
    • 1 cup jarred salsa
    • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
    • ¼ cup sliced black olives
    • ¼ cup sliced scallions (optional)

    Instructions

    Preheat over to 375 degrees F

    • Place cream cheese in an 8"x8" ceramic dish, cover with a paper towel, and microwave for one minute or until the cheese is soft enough to spread. Sprinkle with ½ of the taco seasoning.
    • Mix the taco seasoning into the cream cheese and spread in an even layer.
    • Place refried beans in a medium-sized bowl, and mix in the remaining taco seasoning.
    • Spread the refried beans over the cream cheese.
    • Drain green chiles, and spread over the refried beans.
    • Pour the salsa over the diced chilis, and spread evenly.
    • Sprinkle with the shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese.
    • Next, top with the sliced olives.
    • Cover loosely with foil, and bake for 30 minutes, or until the shredded cheese is completely melted.
    • Serve with tortilla chips. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Other layers can be added including ground beef, sour cream, and scallions.
    • Guacamole, pickled jalapeños, and chorizo are also great additions.
    • If you can handle extra spicy food, add a final layer of my hot chili sauce.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 1106mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g
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    • Sopita (Mexican Shell Soup)
    • Rajas Con Crema | Creamy Roasted Poblanos
    • Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce
    • How To Can Salsa

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    1. Scott says

      March 07, 2021 at 6:43 am

      My favorite dip, yum!

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      • Hilda Sterner says

        March 07, 2021 at 6:44 am

        I don't blame you, it's so good! 😋

        Reply

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