Description
Texas Trash Dip is a rich and creamy Tex-Mex appetizer featuring a bold combination of cream cheese, sour cream, refried beans, Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, cheddar cheese, and flavorful spices. Baked until bubbly and golden, this cheesy dip is perfect for parties and gatherings, served warm with tortilla chips or fresh vegetable dippers.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mixture
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (15-ounce) can refried beans
- 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, drained
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese and Garnish
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions (divided)
Serving
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
- Mix Cream Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Beans and Tomatoes: Stir in the refried beans, drained Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning until everything is fully combined.
- Add Spices: Incorporate garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, ground cumin, and black pepper into the mixture, stirring thoroughly to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Fold in Cheese and Greens: Fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese along with half of the sliced green onions to add richness and texture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the entire mixture evenly into a baking dish to create a uniform layer for baking.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the dip.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese on top is fully melted, golden, and bubbly.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with the remaining sliced green onions for a fresh bite and vibrant color.
- Serve: Serve the Texas Trash Dip warm alongside tortilla chips or other preferred dippers.
Notes
- For a meaty variation, add cooked browned ground beef or sausage before baking.
- Use black beans instead of refried beans for a vegetarian-friendly version.
- Add finely chopped jalapeños or hot sauce if you prefer a spicier dip.
- Substitute smoked paprika for a smoky flavor twist.
- Freeze the unbaked dip in an airtight container; thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Try different cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keywords: Texas Trash Dip, cheesy dip, Tex-Mex dip, party appetizer, baked dip, creamy dip, refried beans dip, Rotel dip
