Rating: 3.76
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BBQ Baked Beans

August 6, 2024

BBQ Baked Beans are the ultimate comfort food side dish, bringing a rich, smoky flavor to backyard cookouts, potlucks, and family dinners alike. Slow-cooked to perfection, these beans are typically simmered in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce that features molasses, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, and a hint of spice. The result is a hearty, satisfying dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, burgers, and cornbread.

What makes BBQ Baked Beans truly irresistible is the depth of flavor developed over time. Whether made with canned beans for convenience or soaked from scratch for a more traditional approach, the secret lies in the low-and-slow cooking process that allows all the ingredients to meld together beautifully. Many home cooks love adding crispy bacon or smoked sausage for extra richness and texture, turning a simple side dish into a star of the meal.

Versatile and easy to prepare, BBQ Baked Beans can be made in the oven, slow cooker, or even on the stovetop, depending on your preference. They also reheat well, making them a great make-ahead option for gatherings. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or just craving something warm and satisfying, BBQ Baked Beans deliver big flavor with minimal fuss.

Best BBQ Baked Beans Ever
3.76 from 29 votes
Servings 7 people
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cans pork & beans 14 oz each, drained
  • 1 pound Oscar Mayer Little Smokies
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp spicy brown mustard
  • 6 oz BBQ sauce
  • 4 slices bacon thick-cut
  • 1 onion chopped small (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare Ingredients:

  • Drain the sauce from the pork & beans.
  • Chop the onion into small pieces if using.
  • Cut the thick-cut bacon into smaller pieces.

Mix Ingredients:

  • In a large baking casserole dish, combine the drained pork & beans, Little Smokies, brown sugar, spicy brown mustard, BBQ sauce, bacon pieces, and chopped onion (if using).
  • Lightly mix all the ingredients until well combined.

Bake:

  • Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven.
  • Bake at 350°F for 2 hours.

Stir and Serve:

  • After baking, stir the mixture well.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!
Meal Type: Lunch
Keyword: bbq beans, beans, pork
Cooking Method: Baked
Time: >45 Min
Level: Easy
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Join the Conversation
  1. User avatar camila.graham5 says:

    2 stars
    I think BBQ beans should have more BBQ…too bland.

  2. 5 stars
    Yummm! I added some jalapeños for a kick. Delish!

  3. User avatar mathWizard says:

    5 stars
    These beans were a hit at our BBQ! So tasty and easy to make!

  4. 5 stars
    These are the best beans I’ve ever made! So tasty!

    1. User avatar mona.connelly says:

      4 stars
      I’m glad you loved them! I’ve tried making BBQ beans before, but they never turn out right. What do you think makes these so special?

    2. User avatar roseline.kuhlman8 says:

      2 stars
      Best beans? Really? I doubt that. How can canned beans be the best? Maybe you need to try making them from scratch!

  5. User avatar Lane Windler says:

    2 stars
    Not as good as I expected. Maybe I just don’t like baked beans? The mustard threw me off.

  6. User avatar shandra.goldner55 says:

    5 stars
    omg, the smokies are the best part! mmmmmm!!!

    1. User avatar damaris.rosenbaum8 says:

      5 stars
      Totally agree! The smokies add such a unique flavor to the beans. Can’t get enough of them!

    2. User avatar eldon.dickinson47 says:

      3 stars
      Really? I thought bacon would make it better than smokies. But maybe I won’t knock it till I try it!

  7. User avatar maribel.hettinger33 says:

    2 stars
    Why use canned beans? Just cook them from scratch! Even if it takes long.

  8. User avatar richard.walsh79 says:

    4 stars
    I wasn’t sure about the combination of ingredients, but they turned out amazing! Will definitely make again.

  9. 5 stars
    1/2 cup brown sugar??? 🧐

  10. User avatar leon.gleichner says:

    3 stars
    Honestly, I don’t get the hype. They tasted fine, but not mind-blowing.

  11. 3 stars
    Too much sugar for my liking, but the kids loved them.

  12. 2 stars
    Watz up with this recipe? I thought it would be more complicated, but it’s just some can food?

  13. User avatar Falmer Nightprowler says:

    5 stars
    So yummy! I added some jalapenos for a kick. Loved it!

  14. 5 stars
    Best bean recipe ever! 😍

  15. User avatar liberal.hero says:

    5 stars
    Made this for my BBQ, everyone ate it up! Even the picky eaters. 👏

    1. User avatar samual.smitham8 says:

      5 stars
      That’s awesome! 🎉 I love when picky eaters enjoy the food! Did you change anything in the recipe?

    2. User avatar alvera.lang17 says:

      2 stars
      Sounds good and all, but isn’t BBQ baked beans just full of sugar? Not really my thing.

  16. User avatar deshawn.runte13 says:

    1 star
    literally just tossin’ cans together ??? i mean come on! 1 star.

  17. User avatar Glorfindel says:

    3 stars
    Isn’t this just dump n bake? I want somethin foodie…

  18. 4 stars
    I think I used normal mustard by mistake. Whoops! Still tasted real good tho.

  19. User avatar CTRLplusW says:

    5 stars
    These beans make me feel like a grill master! BBQ goodies!

    1. User avatar marcelina.pfeffer36 says:

      5 stars
      Haha, I love that! Nothing like BBQ beans to elevate your grill game. They really are a crowd favorite!

  20. 4 stars
    Bacon is life. But they don’t look like the pic…

    1. User avatar Hotblack Desiato's bodyguard says:

      4 stars
      I get what you mean! The pic looks perfect, but mine never turn out like that either. Still love it though!

  21. User avatar sam.volkman65 says:

    4 stars
    Simple and delicious! Didn’t have all the ingredients but made it work.

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