Texas Trash Dip: Step-by-Step Recipe
Introduction
Texas Trash Dip is a warm, creamy, cheesy, flavor-packed bean dip baked to bubbly perfection. It’s a party favorite across the Southwest—rich, bold, and loaded with Tex-Mex goodness. Whether you’re hosting game day or craving a hearty snack, this dip is the easiest crowd-pleaser you’ll ever make.
Ingredients
Main Dip
- 2 cans (16 oz each) refried beans
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Toppings (optional but delicious)
- Sliced green onions
- Black olives
- Jalapeño slices
- Additional shredded cheese
To Serve
- Tortilla chips
- Veggie sticks
- Warm tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine refried beans, cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning, and diced green chiles. Mix until smooth and fully blended.
- Add Cheese: Stir in half of the cheddar and half of the Monterey Jack.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the dip evenly into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Top It Off: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until hot, melted, and bubbly.
- Finish with Toppings: Add green onions, olives, jalapeños—or leave it classic and cheesy.
- Serve Warm: Serve immediately with chips or your favorite dippers.
Description
Texas Trash Dip is everything you want in a warm appetizer—creamy, savory, cheesy, and irresistibly addictive. The combination of beans, cream cheese, taco seasoning, and melted cheeses creates a hearty, velvety dip with a bold Tex-Mex kick. Perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as a comforting snack.
Tips
- Make it spicier: Add hot diced chiles, cayenne, or pepper jack cheese.
- Make it meatier: Mix in cooked ground beef or chorizo before baking.
- Extra smoky flavor: Add a spoonful of chipotle peppers in adobo.
- Healthier twist: Use low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- Slow cooker option: Cook on low for 2–3 hours for easy serving at parties.
Correction
- If your dip turns out too thick, mix in a few tablespoons of milk or sour cream for a smoother texture.
- If it tastes too mild, increase the taco seasoning or add a pinch of chili powder.
- If it becomes too salty, balance it with extra sour cream or a squeeze of lime.
Enjoy
Serve warm, dig in with crunchy tortilla chips, and enjoy each creamy, cheesy bite! Texas Trash Dip is guaranteed to be the star of your party or snack table.
