Creamy and intensely flavorful, this Cheddar Bacon Ranch Refried Bean Dip Recipe is highly addictive and sure to be your new favorite appetizer and a hit at your next party.
4ouncespepper jack cheese, fresh shredded, divided2 cups
1cupsour cream
8ouncescream cheesesoftened
4slicesbaconcooked and crumbled
2ouncepack Ranch seasoning2 tablespoons
1green onionsliced, for garnish
1Roma Tomatodiced, for garnish
Tortilla chips, potato chips, crackers, veggie sticks or chunks of bread for dipping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Combine refried beans, bacon (some reserved for topping), half of the cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, ranch seasoning, sour cream and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl.
Pour into a medium baking dish (11x7-inch is perfect).
Top with remaining cheeses.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until melted and bubbly.
Garnish with diced tomatoes and green onions if desired and serve warm with tortilla chips, french bread or crackers for dipping.
Notes
To make ahead - prepare the dip in advance, cover, and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Bake as directed.