This Slow Cooker Baked Beans Recipe is a simple and delicious dish perfect for gatherings or family dinners. Utilizing a Crockpot allows for easy preparation and rich flavors to develop over time.
The recipe is straightforward and requires minimal hands-on time, making it an ideal choice for busy cooks. You can customize it with your favorite ingredients to enhance the flavor.
Easy Slow Cooker Baked Beans Recipe
These baked beans are made with a blend of navy beans, brown sugar, and savory seasonings, slow-cooked to perfection. The recipe takes about 8 hours in the Crockpot and serves 6-8 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried navy beans, soaked overnight and drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 pound bacon, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prep the Beans: Soak the navy beans overnight in water, then drain and rinse them before using.
- Combine Ingredients: In the Crockpot, combine the soaked beans, chopped onion, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, salt, pepper, water, and Worcestershire sauce. If using, add the chopped bacon.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beans are tender and the sauce is thickened.
- Serve: Stir well before serving. Enjoy the baked beans warm as a side dish or on their own.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
