7 Layer Bean Dip

7 Layer Bean Dip

8 servings
Our version is made with hot refried beans topped with cheddar cheese, chilies, tomatoes, avocados, sour cream, and sliced black olives. It's an essential game day appetizer.

Ingredients

  • refried beans

    canned or homemade

    2 c
  • bacon fat

    optional, or 1 strip of bacon, cooked and minced

    1 tsp
  • chipotle powder
    1 tsp
  • ground cumin
    ¼ tsp
  • kosher salt
  • shredded cheddar or monterey jack cheese
    1 c
  • chopped green anaheim chiles

    canned

    ¼ c
  • avocado

    peeled and chopped

    1
  • tomato

    cut in half horizontally, seeds and juice gently squeezed out and discarded, chopped

    1
  • sour cream

    or crema mexicana

    ⅓ c
  • sliced ripe black olives
    1 c
  • corn tortilla chips

    to serve

Directions

  1. 1

    Warm a serving dish: Heat your oven to its lowest temperature. Place an oven-proof large bowl or a glass or ceramic pie dish in the oven to warm as you're making the beans.

  2. 2

    Prepare the refried beans: Heat the refried beans in a medium sauté pan or cast iron skillet. Stir in enough water to get a creamy, easily dip-able consistency, about 1/4 of a cup. The taste of refried beans is greatly enhanced by bacon fat; we'll add a teaspoon to canned beans or a tablespoon or more to taste if we are making the beans from scratch.

  3. 3

    Add the seasonings to the beans: Mix in the chipotle chili powder and cumin to taste. Stir in salt to taste, depending on how salted your refried beans are to begin with, and depending on how salty the tortilla chips are that you are serving with the dip. Heat until the beans are hot and bubbly.

  4. 4

    Spread on the serving dish and top with cheese: Remove the serving dish from the oven, and spread the beans evenly over the bottom. Immediately top with the shredded cheese so that the heat from the beans helps melt the cheese. (The cheese doesn't need to be completely melted, but even if it is just a little, it will help the dip stay on the chip.)

  5. 5

    Layer on the toppings: Layer on the chopped green chilies, chopped avocado, chopped tomato. Spoon on the sour cream (or crema Mexicana). Top with olives. Serve immediately with tortilla chips. Did you love the recipe? Give us some stars and leave a comment below!

7 Layer Bean Dip

7 Layer Bean Dip

20 min8 servings250 cal

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About this Recipe

Ready to be the MVP of your next game day or party? Our 7 Layer Bean Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer, delivering bold flavors and satisfying textures in every scoop, and it's surprisingly quick and easy to make.

What truly sets this 7 Layer Bean Dip apart is the warm, savory base of refried beans, subtly enhanced with optional bacon fat and a kick of chipotle powder. Layered with fresh, vibrant toppings, it's a dip that feels both hearty and incredibly fresh, ensuring every bite is perfectly balanced and utterly irresistible.

Prepare for an explosion of flavors and textures that dance on your palate. You'll encounter the comforting warmth of spiced refried beans, a creamy richness from the melted cheddar cheese and sour cream, and refreshing pops of flavor from the chopped avocado and ripe tomatoes. Each scoop offers a delightful contrast, from the subtle heat of chipotle to the briny finish of black olives, creating an experience that keeps everyone coming back for more. This naturally gluten-free dip is a standout addition to any spread.

Feel free to customize your 7 Layer Bean Dip to your liking. Swap cheddar cheese for Monterey Jack for a milder flavor, or use plain chili powder if you prefer less heat than chipotle powder. For a vegetarian version, simply omit the optional bacon fat. You can also adjust the amount of green Anaheim chiles to suit your spice preference, making this dip truly yours.

This colorful 7 Layer Bean Dip is the quintessential appetizer for game days, parties, or any casual gathering. Serve it generously with a pile of sturdy corn tortilla chips for easy scooping and watch it disappear!

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