Description
BBQ Baked Beans are the quintessential side dish that elevates any gathering with their rich, smoky flavor and hearty texture. This easy recipe combines crispy bacon, sweet BBQ sauce, and tender baked beans for a delightful fusion that will have your guests coming back for more. Ideal for summer cookouts, potlucks, or cozy family dinners, these beans not only taste great but also fill your home with an inviting aroma. Wonderfully versatile, they can complement grilled meats or serve as a satisfying vegetarian option when made without bacon. Make them ahead of time for stress-free entertaining; just bake before serving!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 strips bacon, chopped
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 (28 oz) cans original baked beans (undrained)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, then transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Sauté the diced onion in the remaining bacon fat until translucent.
- In a mixing bowl, combine baked beans, cooked bacon, sautéed onions, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and mustard; mix well.
- Transfer to the baking dish and bake uncovered for 1 hour, stirring halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg