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5 from 1 vote

4 Ingredient Bean and Cheese Dip

This Bean and Cheese Dip is creamy, cheesy, a little spicy, and made with just 4 ingredients. The secret shortcut is jalapeño artichoke dip, which adds creaminess, tang, and flavor without any extra prep.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer/Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 8 people
Author: Brianna May

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce can) refried beans preferably La Preferida
  • 1 (10 ounce container) jalapeño artichoke dip preferably La Terra Fina or Aldi
  • 2 cups shredded Chihuahua cheese about 8 ounces, preferably Supremo, divided
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce plus more to taste

Instructions

  • Mix the dip. In a medium bowl, stir together the refried beans, jalapeño artichoke dip, hot sauce, and most of the shredded Chihuahua cheese until the mixture is thick, creamy, and evenly combined.
    1 (16 ounce can) refried beans
    1 (10 ounce container) jalapeño artichoke dip
    2 cups shredded Chihuahua cheese
    1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • Transfer to a baking dish. Spread the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, 8x8-inch square baking dish, or any similar 1.5–2 quart baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top.
  • Bake until bubbly. Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbling around the edges, and the cheese is melted. Broil for 1–3 minutes at the end if you want the top lightly golden.

Notes

  • Refried Beans: I recommend La Preferida refried beans, but any 15–16 ounce can of refried beans will work.
  • Jalapeño Artichoke Dip: La Terra Fina or Aldi jalapeño artichoke dip both work well. This shortcut ingredient adds creaminess, tang, heat, and flavor.
  • Cheese: Supremo Chihuahua cheese melts really well. Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a Mexican cheese blend can also be used.
  • Hot Sauce: Start with 1 tablespoon, then add more or less depending on your spice preference.
  • Broiling: Stay close while broiling because the cheese browns quickly.

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 739mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g