Try the rich and smoky flavors of these irresistible Smoked Baked Beans. A hearty and comforting dish that combines the sweetness of maple syrup, the savory goodness of bacon, and the smoky essence from the grill. It's a perfect side dish for any barbecue or gathering that will leave your guests begging for seconds!
Must-Have Side Dish: Smoked baked beans take classic baked beans to a whole new level! These are a serious must-have side dish for all of summer's BBQ get togethers. Featuring smoky bacon and a homemade sweet and savory sauce and cooked low and slow on the smoker, these baked beans are definitely a favorite side dish at my house!
Simple to Make: Once you make homemade smoked baked beans, you will never go back to buying canned baked beans. The sauce here is sweet, savory, smoky, and much better than the sauce from the canned beans! But it is also effortless to throw together. Once you combine the ingredients, just let the smoker do the hard work!
Generally, baked beans are made with white beans. There are many varieties of white beans which include navy beans, pinto beans, cannellini beans, and Great Northern beans! White beans have a soft texture and soak up the flavors that they are cooked in, making them great for smoked baked beans!
While canned beans are more convenient to use, you can definitely use dried beans if you prefer. You will have to soak the beans overnight and cook them the next day. The good thing about dried beans is that the texture is really lovely and you can control the amount of salt that is in them!
Definitely! I love the flavor and texture of the bacon in this baked beans recipe, but you can omit the bacon if you prefer.
Absolutely! You can prepare the beans ahead of time and place them in the fridge until you are ready to smoke them and serve. Add an additional 30-45 minutes of cooking time if they are going directly from the refrigerator to the smoker.
Smoked baked beans are a classic side dish that pairs with so many smoked and grilled meats as well as fresh salads! Try having your baked beans with some of my favorites:
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