Name: Easy BBQ Baked Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 120 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dried great northerners (soaked overnight in the refrigerator); 4 slices thick bacon (chopped); 1 onion (chopped); 1/2 cup ketchup; 1 cup brown sugar; 2 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 teaspoons dry mustard; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1 cup apple juice; 2 cup water; 1/2 cup BBQ sauce; 1/2 tsp liquid smoke; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 lb ground beef

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Prepare yourself for the easiest recipes ever for BBQ baked beans. Once you try these, you’ll be left questioning why anyone would settle for plain, dull beans when they could have their taste buds tickled by the sweet, smoky, and savory symphony of flavors found in BBQ baked beans.

Ah, the humble baked beans—a summer staple that has graced countless grills and delighted taste buds across the land. From sun-soaked picnics to sizzling backyard barbecues, these flavor-packed legumes have solidified their spot as the ultimate accompaniment to grilling season. Sure, they may require a bit of prep time, but trust me when I say, the effort is more than worth it!

Why You’ll Love These Easy BBQ Baked Beans

While these require a bit of cooking time, the actual prep time is so minimal which I truly love about this recipe! You really just dump them into a pot and let them cook. Let’s dig into the biggest reasons I love this recipe:

Quick and easy to prep. This recipe only takes about 15 minutes to prep!
There’s Bacon. I mean, do I really need to say more? I absolutely LOVE the fact that there is bacon on these beans and it truly makes this recipe so so good!

Ingredients You Need To Make Easy BBQ Baked Beans

It’s time to break out that dutch oven and get it going!

Dried Great Northern Beans. You need beans to make baked beans and these are my favorite to use!
Bacon. This adds smokiness and flavor like no other.
Onion. The hit of onion makes these more than just beans and continues to add amazing flavor throughout the dish.
Ketchup.
Brown Sugar. This helps add a bit of sweetness which helps balance the entire dish.
Salt.
Dry Mustard.
Apple Cider Vinegar.
BBQ Sauce.
Liquid Smoke. This adds the undeniable flavors of smokiness to the dish.
Ground Beef. Paired with the bacon, this helps make these baked beans pretty filling with the added protein!

How To Make Easy BBQ Baked Beans

Let’s get started! All you need is about 15 minutes for prep time.

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the bacon and onions until the bacon is crispy.
Add the rest of the ingredients in the pot. Liquid should be about 2″ above the beans.
Place the cover on the Dutch oven and cook in the oven at 300 degrees for 2 hours.
Remove the cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes. The liquid should be thick, and beans should be fully cooked. If not add an additional 2 cups of water and cook for an additional 30 minutes until the baked beans are ready.

How To Make Easy BBQ Baked Beans Dairy Free

This recipe is already naturally gluten-free and dairy free, so you are good to go!

Commonly Asked Questions

How long do Easy BBQ Baked Beans stay good for?

These can stay in the fridge for up to a week. You’ll just want to warm them up before you serve them.

What do you serve with Easy BBQ Baked Beans?

This dish is meant to be a side, but is perfectly paired with your favorite burger or meat dish!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Baked Beans are a summer staple and this recipe is perfect for every meal during grilling season. Not only that, but they take classic baked beans and really uplevel the entire experience.