Hawaiian Baked Beans

Elevate your side dish game with Hawaiian Baked Beans, a tropical twist on a comfort food classic! This crowd-pleasing recipe combines tender white beans with sweet, juicy pineapple chunks, smoky bacon, and a rich, tangy sauce infused with soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar. A hint of smoked paprika ties it all together, creating a sweet-and-savory flavor explosion in every bite. Perfectly caramelized in the oven, this dish is ready in under an hour and makes a versatile addition to your table—whether as a side dish at barbecues or as a hearty main course. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and freshness, and let the island-inspired flavors transport your taste buds. Keywords: Hawaiian baked beans, tropical side dish, pineapple baked beans, smoky and sweet recipes, BBQ side dish ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups canned navy beans (or any white beans)
• 1.5 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned), drained
• 6 slices bacon, diced
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup water (or reserved pineapple juice)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet for cooking.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked onion and garlic with ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and water (or pineapple juice). Mix well to create the sauce.

Step 5

Gently fold in the beans, pineapple chunks, and half of the cooked bacon into the sauce mixture. Stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining bacon on top for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the top to caramelize.

Step 10

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or main course, and enjoy the tropical, smoky flavors of Hawaiian Baked Beans!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1616.9 grams (1616.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1787

Total Fat 44.50g	57%
Saturated Fat 13.20g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 99mg	33%
Sodium 6921mg	301%
Total Carbohydrate 270.20g	98%
Dietary Fiber 41.00g	146%
Total Sugars 101.80g
Protein 84.00g	168%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 472mg	36%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 3237mg	69%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.0%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 59.5%