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A close-up, mouth-watering view of hearty Crockpot Baked Beans in a bowl, showing the rich texture and visible beans.

Crockpot Baked Beans

Crockpot Baked Beans are a classic comfort food side dish. Slow cooked with tender beans, savory ground beef, smoky seasonings, and a rich sweet sauce, this hearty recipe is perfect for backyard barbecues, potlucks, and holiday cookouts. The crockpot makes preparation simple while delivering deep slow-simmered flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 2 cans navy beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Crockpot

Method
 

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the beef is fully browned and the onion is softened.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
  5. Transfer the cooked beef mixture to the crockpot.
  6. Add the navy beans, ketchup, maple syrup, molasses, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Stir everything together until fully combined.
  8. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours until thickened and bubbling.
  9. Stir before serving.

Notes

For even deeper flavor, make the baked beans a day ahead and reheat before serving. The sauce thickens and becomes richer overnight.