Spicy Hot Bean Dip Recipe – Easy, Cheesy & Perfect for Parties

Cheesy Fiesta Bean Bake

A deliciously creamy, customizable hot bean dip, reinvented as the Cheesy Fiesta Bean Bake. Perfect for parties and family gatherings!

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 16 -20 servings

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 4 ounces cream cheese very soft
• ½ cup sour cream
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon sweet or smoked paprika
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 16-ounce can refried beans
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 tablespoons green onions finely chopped (white and green parts)

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream using an electric hand mixer for a luxuriously smooth blend.
2. Incorporate the chili powder, ground cumin, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried oregano. Mix until the spices are well integrated.
3. Fold in the refried beans. If the beans seem thick, give them a gentle mash before adding (this helps them blend in even better).
4. Stir in half of both the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses along with the chopped green onions.
5. Spread your dip evenly into an 8×8-inch baking dish (feel free to use an oven-safe dish in any shape—oval, round or rectangular work just as well).
6. Top with the remaining cheeses and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden, bubbly, and irresistibly melty.
7. Serve your Cheesy Fiesta Bean Bake warm with tortilla or corn chips. Enjoy!

Cheesy Fiesta Bean Bake

This revitalized version of our classic bean dip is quick, fuss-free, and oh-so-creamy. Everything comes together in one bowl and then into your baking dish for a hot, bubbling finish!

Follow these simple tips for a perfectly smooth dip:

1. Whisk the very soft cream cheese and sour cream together until completely smooth using an electric mixer.
2. Add in your blend of spices and whisk until uniformly mixed.
3. Fold in the refried beans, then stir in half of your shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses along with the green onions.

Evenly spread your dip in an 8×8-inch baking dish. Give it a final flourish with extra cheese on top then slide it into the oven until it’s bubbling and gold.

It’s that simple! You can also use any oven-safe dish – oval, circular, or rectangular – as long as it fits right in your oven.

You can also keep the dip warm in a small slow cooker if you’re serving it buffet-style.

Make-Ahead and Serving Ideas

Enjoy this sumptuous cheesy bean dip with your favorite tortilla or corn chips.

For busy days, assemble the dip ahead of time, cover it, and refrigerate until ready to bake. It holds up for several days and even reheats fabulously!

Special Tip: Just before serving, squeeze a little fresh lime juice over the top—it really brightens the flavor and adds a zesty kick!