Description
Texas Trash Dip is a rich and cheesy appetizer that’s perfect for parties and gatherings. With layers of cream cheese, refried beans, and a blend of flavorful cheeses, this dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it warm with tortilla chips for a delicious snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning mix
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese, divided
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies, drained
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, jalapeño slices
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish (8×8 inch or similar size).
- Mix the Dip: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, refried beans, taco seasoning, 1 cup of the Mexican blend cheese, and the Pepper Jack cheese. Mix in the diced green chilies until everything is well combined.
- Spread in the Baking Dish: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Mexican blend cheese over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, and the cheese on top is melted.
- Garnish and Serve: Add optional toppings like sliced green onions, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, or jalapeño slices. Serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
- For extra heat, consider adding more jalapeños or using spicy Pepper Jack cheese.
- This dip can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg