No Bake Baked Beans

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!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups canned navy beans
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 slices bacon (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the sauce mixture. Stir to incorporate the spices evenly.

Step 4

Drain and rinse the canned navy beans, then add them to the skillet or saucepan. Stir gently to coat the beans in the sauce.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

If using bacon, stir the cooked bacon pieces back into the beans just before serving for added texture and flavor.

Step 7

Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own with crusty bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	949.7 grams (949.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1552

Total Fat 14.60g	19%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 27mg	9%
Sodium 5010mg	218%
Total Carbohydrate 298.90g	109%
Dietary Fiber 40.70g	145%
Total Sugars 121.00g
Protein 69.00g	138%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 587mg	45%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 3836mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.2%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 74.6%