Crockpot Baked Beans Recipe

How about having Crockpot baked beans for something wholesome and hearty? You may have learned the precise way to make nice BBQ baked beans. But this recipe will save you time by letting the Crockpot do all the hard work for you, a set-and-forget dinner.

This no-fuss, quick, and easy Crockpot recipe will become one you’ll want to add to your weekly meal rotation. Instead of buying mass-produced baked beans that are possibly laced with additives, treat yourself and your family to this nutritious and versatile dish.

What Are Crockpot Baked Beans?

Generally, baked beans are a traditional savory favorite consisting of white kidney beans in a tomato sauce base. They have a very long history, dating to the early 17th century at least. This is a very nutritious and fulfilling recipe from Native American cuisine.

A good pot of baked beans usually takes hours and a lot of care to make. However, a Crockpot will take much of the burden off your shoulders. Simply toss all the ingredients into it, and you enjoy a warm comfort food with hearty deliciousness at your leisure.

Tools

My Crockpot baked beans require very little food preparation, making cleaning up a breeze. To re-create this simple Crockpot recipe, let’s prepare the following tools:

Ingredients

Below are the key ingredient components to realize this Crockpot baked bean recipe. You can easily find them at any supermarket.

How To Make Crockpot Baked Beans

Make this supremely easy recipe by following these simple steps. You only have to cook a couple of ingredients into delicious Crockpot baked beans.

Step 1: Prepare Your Bacon

On a plastic chopping board, use a sharp knife to slice your bacon rashers into ¼-inch x ¼-inch pieces.

Step 2: Organize The Crockpot

Following the manufacturer’s instructions, set up your Crockpot for cooking.

Step 3: Add The Ingredients To The Crockpot

Pour the beans and bacon slices into your Crockpot, followed by the remaining ingredients.

Step 4: Stir The Ingredients

Stir the beans, bacon, and condiments thoroughly. This type of dish is thicker than a soup, so you want to make sure all the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 5: Cook Your Crockpot Baked Beans and Serve

Turn on your Crockpot. Cook for 3 hours on a high setting or 6 hours on a low setting. When the beans are tender and fragrant, serve hot and enjoy!

Tips For The Best Crockpot Baked Beans

Following these simple tips to recreate beautifully cooked baked beans in a flavor-packed savory sauce.

What To Serve With My Crockpot Baked Beans?

Now, you know every step and tip to make Crockpot baked beans. And this part will help you elevate your baked beans with all these side dishes. They’ll take your beans to another level:

How To Store Crockpot Baked Beans For Later

Don’t worry if you bake too many beans. Compared to other foods, baked beans’ storage life in the fridge is quite long. For this version, you only need to pour it into an airtight container (or a pot with a lid) and put it in the refrigerator. This way, your baked beans can last for 3 – 4 days.

While the answer to whether baked beans are suitable for freezing is quite complex, this Crockpot recipe can last for 6 months in a freezer. Prepare some freezer-friendly bags or containers to keep the beans in.

Don’t forget to divide them into many portions so that you only have to reheat enough beans for your meal rather than the whole pot.

Crockpot Baked Beans Are Awesome!

You have just learned how to make a  fun and highly addictive alternative to the traditional baked beans in a can. It has everything, from extremely hearty white beans to a perfectly balanced savory and sweet sauce, plus some salty bacon pieces.

When you want a filling dinner for your family, this Crockpot baked beans recipe will become your new favorite meal! Give this recipe a try, and tell me if you like it extra sweet or savory in the comment section. And don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends!