Description
Crockpot Bacon-Bourbon Baked Beans are the ultimate blend of sweet and savory, making them a must-have for your next BBQ or family gathering. Rich with the flavors of brown sugar, molasses, and smoky bacon, these hearty beans are sure to be a hit. Not only are they easy to prepare—just set them in the slow cooker and let them simmer—but they also boast a depth of flavor that elevates any meal. Perfect for potlucks or as a delicious side dish during holiday feasts, this recipe serves 9-12 people, ensuring there’s plenty to enjoy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb dry navy beans (soaked overnight)
- 12 oz applewood smoked bacon (chopped)
- 1 sweet onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup bourbon
- 3/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp molasses
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Soak navy beans overnight in water. Drain and rinse.
- In a skillet, brown the chopped bacon until crisp; drain excess fat.
- Sauté onions in bacon grease until caramelized, then add minced garlic.
- In a large pot, combine soaked beans, chicken stock, bourbon, BBQ sauce, ketchup, molasses, maple syrup, and brown sugar; bring to a boil.
- Transfer mixture to the crockpot along with bacon and sautéed onions/garlic.
- Cook on high for 5-6 hours or low for 10-12 hours until beans are tender.
- Let sit on warm for an additional 30 minutes to thicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg