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Baked Bean in the Crock Pot

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Baked beans in the crock pot with bacon and molasses are rich, thick, and full of sweet and smoky flavor. This easy recipe uses canned beans, simple ingredients, and slow cooking to create a hearty side dish. The sauce thickens as it cooks, giving you that classic baked bean texture without extra work. It’s a dependable option for feeding a crowd or bringing to a gathering.
Cuisine American
Prep Time 13 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 13 minutes
Servings 18 cups
Calories 244
Author Gina Dickson

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 oz bacon
  • 1/2 cup onion diced (white or yellow)
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 baked beans cans, thick variety , 28oz each
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce sweet variety

Instructions

  • Cut the raw bacon into 2-inch strips using a sharp knife or clean kitchen scissors.
    8 oz bacon
    bacon on a cutting board with scissors
  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until it's not quite crisp. Drain out the excess bacon fat.
    bacon cooking in a black skillet
  • Add diced onions and minced garlic to the bacon. Cook until the onions are slightly translucent.
    1/2 cup onion, 3 cloves garlic
    bacon, onions, garlic sizzling in a black skillet
  • Place the baked beans in the slow cooker.
    4 baked beans
  • Add in the remaining ingredients: ketchup, barbecue sauce, molasses, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard to the baked beans. Stir well to combine.
    1/3 cup molasses, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
    boston baked beans with seasonings, brown sugar and ketchup in a crock pot ready to be cooked
  • Add the cooked bacon with onions and garlic to the slow cooker.
  • Stir all ingredients in the slow cooker thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
  • Cover the slow cooker.
  • Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 7 hours. This allows the flavors to meld, and the beans to absorb the delicious combination of ingredients.
    A white slow cooker filled with a delicious baked bean recipe in crock pot style, featuring tender beans in a thick, reddish-brown sauce, set on a yellow surface.

Notes

Leftover Tips
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • For freezing, portion the beans into smaller containers and freeze for up to 3 months. This makes it easier to thaw only what you need.
  • To reheat, warm them on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally. If they’ve thickened too much, add a small splash of water or sauce to loosen them. You can also reheat in the microwave in short intervals.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 477mg | Potassium: 365mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 54IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg
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