Description
Spicy texas trash dip delivers mouthwatering southwestern comfort in one incredible appetizer. Creamy cheese, zesty jalapeños, and savory ground beef create an irresistible party starter you cannot stop eating.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 2 (16 ounces/453 grams) cans refried beans
- 1 (8 ounces/227 grams) package cream cheese
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- 1 cup sour cream
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 (4.5 ounces/128 grams) can chopped green chiles, drained
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese by allowing it to reach room temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Alternatively, gently warm in the microwave using 10-second intervals, stirring between each interval until softened.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, gently mash the refried beans to create a smooth base. Incorporate the softened cream cheese and sour cream, blending thoroughly using a hand mixer until the mixture achieves a velvety consistency.
- Integrate the taco seasoning, ensuring an even distribution throughout the mixture for a robust Tex-Mex flavor profile.
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish, then evenly spread the creamy bean mixture across the bottom, creating a uniform layer.
- Distribute half of the shredded cheese over the bean mixture, followed by an even layer of drained green chiles. Complete the layering by sprinkling the remaining cheese on top.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the prepared dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese melts completely and develops a golden-brown edge. For an extra crispy top, activate the broiler for a final 1-2 minutes, monitoring closely to prevent burning.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese gently at room temperature to ensure smooth, easy mixing without lumps.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt for a lighter, healthier version of this indulgent dip.
- Double-check green chiles are well-drained to prevent excess moisture from making the dip watery.
- Customize heat levels by selecting mild, medium, or hot taco seasoning based on spice preferences.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg