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Best Smoked Baked Beans

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Rich, smoky, and perfectly sweet, these baked beans are slow-cooked in a smoker until tender and deeply flavorful. A classic side dish for barbecues and cozy family meals.

Ingredients

  • Canned navy beans: 4 cups (about 3 cans), drained
  • Onion: 1 medium, finely diced
  • Bell pepper: 1 medium, chopped
  • Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
  • Tomato sauce: 1 1/2 cups
  • Brown sugar: 1/2 cup
  • Molasses: 2 tablespoons
  • Apple cider vinegar: 2 tablespoons
  • Yellow mustard: 1 tablespoon
  • Smoked paprika: 2 teaspoons
  • Chili powder: 1 teaspoon
  • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Salt and pepper: To taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat smoker or grill to 250°F (120°C) with indirect heat and add wood chips.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a skillet, sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic in oil until softened. In a large bowl, mix tomato sauce, brown sugar, molasses, vinegar, mustard, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in beans and sautéed vegetables.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Transfer mixture to a cast-iron Dutch oven or baking dish.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Cover with lid or foil.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Place dish in smoker and cook 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally, until thickened and smoky.
  6. Finishing Touches: Remove lid for last 30 minutes if you prefer thicker consistency.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot alongside barbecue favorites.

Notes

  • Note: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and burning.
  • Use hickory for bold smokiness or applewood for a sweeter flavor.
  • Add water if beans get too thick during smoking.
  • Store leftovers in fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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