Satisfy your craving for comforting, homemade flavor without ever turning on the oven with this easy and delicious No Bake Baked Beans recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights or summer barbecues, this stovetop dish combines tender canned navy beans with a rich, tangy sauce made from ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, and Worcestershire sauce, with a smoky kick from smoked paprika. Optional crispy bacon adds irresistible crunch and depth for meat lovers. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick prep, one-pan wonder is ideal as a hearty side dish or standalone meal, especially when paired with crusty bread. Whether you're looking for a barbecue classic or a simple stovetop solution, these No Bake Baked Beans are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
If using bacon, chop the slices into small pieces and cook them in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon pieces and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
In the same skillet (or a medium saucepan if not using bacon), add the ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to combine.
Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the sauce mixture. Stir to incorporate the spices evenly.
Drain and rinse the canned navy beans, then add them to the skillet or saucepan. Stir gently to coat the beans in the sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the beans are heated through.
If using bacon, stir the cooked bacon pieces back into the beans just before serving for added texture and flavor.
Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own with crusty bread!
Calories |
1552 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 5010 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 298.9 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.7 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.0 g | ||
| Protein | 69.0 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 587 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 3836 mg | 82% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.