Cheesy White Bean Buffalo Dip (Print Version)
Creamy white bean dip with sharp cheddar and spicy buffalo sauce, baked until bubbly and golden.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beans & Dairy
01 - 2 cups cannellini or navy beans, drained and rinsed (1 can)
02 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 cup sour cream
04 - 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
05 - 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
→ Sauce & Seasonings
06 - 1/3 cup buffalo wing sauce
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Toppings & Garnishes
10 - 2 green onions, finely sliced
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F.
02 - Mash white beans in a mixing bowl using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some texture for consistency.
03 - Add cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup cheddar cheese, half the blue cheese (if using), buffalo wing sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.
04 - Spread mixture evenly in a small oven-safe baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheddar and blue cheese over the top.
05 - Bake for 18-20 minutes or until cheese is melted and dip is hot throughout.
06 - Remove from oven and top with sliced green onions and parsley. Serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or baguette slices.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything comes together in under 10 minutes of hands on time
- The white beans make it creamy without needing heavy cream or tons of cheese
- It disappears faster than you can say pass the chips
02 -
- Do not skip mashing the beans first or you will have whole beans floating in your dip instead of a creamy texture
- The dip thickens as it cools so serve it straight from the oven for that perfectly melty consistency
03 -
- Use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre shredded for the smoothest melting texture
- Let the dip rest for 5 minutes after baking so it sets up slightly and is easier to scoop