Crockpot Baked Beans (Easy, No Soak Recipe)

 

These homemade Crockpot Baked Beans are incredibly easy to throw together and taste way better than the canned stuff! Tender navy beans simmer in a rich, flavorful homemade barbecue sauce, then are topped with crispy chopped bacon for the finishing touch. They’re the perfect side dish for holidays, potlucks, and backyard barbecues this summer.

If you’re looking for an easy recipe to bring to your next summer cookout, these Crockpot Baked Beans are just what you need!

This is a set-it-and-forget-it kind of recipe (one of my favorite kinds) and only takes a few minutes of prep. Plus it tastes so much better than any baked beans that come out of a can, I promise you!

One of the best things about this easy recipe is how simple it is to prepare ahead of time. Just toss everything into the crockpot and let it cook while you go about your day. Yes, you don’t even have to soak the beans first! 

Now, this isn’t a quick recipe by any means. You’ll need to let the beans cook for 8-10 hours in the crockpot to get nice and tender, similar to how I make my Crockpot Ham and Beans.

If you’re making this for an early afternoon barbecue or event, you could let it slow cook overnight. Set it to warm until you’re ready to serve!

• No Soak vs. Soak Option: as written, this recipe uses a no soak approach. I like this because it cuts out another step. However, you can definitely soak your beans before cooking if you prefer. Simply soak your dried beans in a large bowl with enough water to cover by 1 inch. Soak for at least 8 hours or overnight, then drain the beans in a colander. Add the soaked beans to the crockpot and follow the recipe as written, but cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.
• Don’t add salt or bacon until the last hour of cooking! This is very important because adding salt to the dried beans too soon will prevent them from softening.
• What kind of beans to use: I used navy beans, but you could also use dried pinto beans or northern beans.
• For a shortcut, you can use canned beans. Make sure you rinse and drain them well before cooking. You will need to reduce the water to ½ cup. Then cook for about 3 to 4 hours on low or 1 to 2 hours on high.
• To make this into a main dish, you can add cooked ground beef.
• Store any leftover baked beans in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.

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