Rum Baked Beans

Infuse your next barbecue or potluck with bold, smoky flavor by serving up this irresistible Rum Baked Beans recipe. Tender navy beans are slow-baked in a rich sauce that combines the deep sweetness of molasses and brown sugar with the unmistakable kick of dark rum. Crispy bacon, sautéed onions, and a hint of smoked paprika lend savory complexity, while apple cider vinegar adds just the right touch of tang. Perfectly caramelized in the oven, these beans deliver a sweet-and-savory symphony that's ideal as a side dish or a hearty main when paired with crusty bread. Ready in just about an hour, this simple yet elevated twist on classic baked beans will keep everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 15-ounce cans Canned navy beans
• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 medium (diced) Onion
• 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Dark rum
• 0.25 cup (packed) Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Drain and rinse the canned navy beans, then set them aside.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon, crumble it, and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.

Step 4

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Lower the heat and stir in the ketchup, dark rum, brown sugar, molasses, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, mustard powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld the flavors.

Step 6

Add the drained and rinsed beans to the skillet. Stir to coat the beans evenly with the sauce.

Step 7

Crumble the cooked bacon over the top of the beans and stir gently.

Step 8

Cover the skillet or Dutch oven with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the cover and bake for an additional 15 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and caramelize slightly.

Step 10

Remove the beans from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Stir gently to mix the sauce evenly before plating.

Step 11

Serve warm as a flavorful side dish or enjoy as a hearty main with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	541.1 grams (541.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	912

Total Fat 18.20g	23%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 48mg	16%
Sodium 2710mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 131.80g	48%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 94.90g
Protein 25.80g	52%

Vitamin D 8IU	39%
Calcium 226mg	17%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1528mg	33%

*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: 20.6%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 66.4%