Creamy Crockpot Refried Beans are made with very little effort, with simple spices! They are mashed into restaurant-style perfection for a delicious side dish to serve with all your Mexican dishes.
Rinse the dry pinto beans thoroughly and remove any debris or damaged beans.
Place the rinsed beans, onion, water, salt, garlic salt, cumin, pepper, and jalapeño in a large stockpot or slow cooker.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender. Add more water as needed during cooking.
Once the beans are tender, remove about half of the cooking liquid and reserve it in a separate bowl.
Mash the beans with a potato masher or immersion blender until they reach your desired consistency. Gradually add the reserved cooking liquid as needed until the beans are creamy and smooth.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.