Description
Texas Trash Dip is a bold and cheesy baked dip that combines cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, refried beans, and flavorful spices with Rotel tomatoes. Perfect for parties and game days, this warm, savory dip is served with crunchy tortilla chips and garnished with fresh green onions for an irresistible Tex-Mex appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
Beans & Vegetables
- 1 (15-ounce) can refried beans
- 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions (divided)
Cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
Spices & 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
Serving
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the dip evenly.
- Mix Cream Cheese and Sour Cream: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating a rich base for the dip.
- Add Beans, Tomatoes, and Taco Seasoning: Stir in the refried beans, drained Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning until everything is well blended, infusing the dip with flavor.
- Incorporate Spices: Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, ground cumin, and black pepper, mixing thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly throughout the dip.
- Fold in Cheese and Green Onions: Gently fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and half of the sliced green onions to add richness and a fresh bite.
- Transfer and Spread: Spoon the mixture into a baking dish and spread it out evenly to prepare for baking.
- Top with Remaining Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top for a deliciously cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and starts to turn golden brown.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly. Then, garnish with the remaining sliced green onions for color and added flavor.
- Serve: Serve the Texas Trash Dip warm with tortilla chips, perfect for dipping and sharing.
Notes
- You can substitute regular refried beans with black beans or pinto beans for a different flavor.
- If you prefer a spicier dip, add some chopped jalapeños or more Rotel tomatoes with chilies.
- The dip can be made ahead and refrigerated; reheat in the oven before serving.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheddar cheese.
- Serve with a variety of dippers such as fresh veggies or pita chips for added versatility.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keywords: Texas Trash Dip, cheesy dip, party appetizer, Tex-Mex dip, cream cheese dip, baked dip, game day recipe
