Best 6 Baked Beans With Apple Recipes

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Baked beans are a classic comfort food, and this recipe adds a unique twist with the addition of apples. The sweetness of the apples complements the savory beans perfectly, and the result is a dish that is both hearty and satisfying. This recipe is also incredibly easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, you can add more or less brown sugar, depending on how sweet you like your beans. You can also add different spices, such as cumin or chili powder, to give the dish a more complex flavor. No matter how you choose to make them, these baked beans with apples are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

In addition to the classic baked beans recipe, the article also includes two other variations:

* **Slow Cooker Baked Beans with Apples:** This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Simply throw all of the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it cook on low for 8 hours.
* **Instant Pot Baked Beans with Apples:** This recipe is even faster than the slow cooker version. Simply cook all of the ingredients in your Instant Pot on high pressure for 15 minutes.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and easy baked beans with apples.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED BEANS WITH APPLE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into lardons
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
Three 15-ounce cans navy beans
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup molasses
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Put the bacon in a large, cold cast-iron skillet and cook over medium heat until the fat renders and the bacon is almost crisp, about 8 minutes.
  • Add the apple and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apple is crisp-tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Add 2 cans of beans with their liquid to the skillet.
  • Rinse and drain the remaining can of beans, and add it to the skillet.
  • Add the ketchup, molasses, sugar, mustard, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste, and stir to combine.
  • Bring the beans and apples to a low simmer, then transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
  • Bake uncovered, until the apples are tender and jammy, about 30 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

APPLE BAKED BEANS



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Saw this on Paula Deen's show and it looked really good! Made just a couple minor changes to ingredient quantities.

Provided by flower7

Categories     Apple

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup diced onion
2 (15 ounce) cans pork and beans (or boston baked pork & beans)
1 cup diced granny smith apple (about 1/2 of a large apple)
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F Coat a 1 1/2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the bacon and mix well.
  • Pour into the baking dish and lay the raw strips of bacon on top (I cut the bacon into pieces so it will mix in nicely later).
  • Cover and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until thick and bubbly.
  • Uncover and bake for 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.1, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 11.7, Sodium 701.7, Carbohydrate 33.7, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 8.7, Protein 7

ROOT BEER APPLE BAKED BEANS



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All nine men in our family love roughing it outdoors. My beans with bacon and apples is a "must " to keep their outdoor energy going. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
4 cans (16 ounces each) baked beans
1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling
1 can (12 ounces) root beer
1 teaspoon ground ancho chile pepper, optional
1 cup shredded smoked cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Prepare campfire or grill for medium heat, using 32-36 charcoal briquettes or large wood chips., In a 10-in. Dutch oven, cook bacon over campfire until crisp. Remove; discard drippings. Return bacon to pan; stir in baked beans, pie filling, root beer and, if desired, ancho chili pepper, Cover Dutch oven. When briquettes or wood chips are covered with ash, place Dutch oven on top of 16-18 briquettes. Place 16-18 briquettes on pan cover., Cook 30-40 minutes to allow flavors to blend. If desired, sprinkle servings with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 778mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

SPICED APPLE BAKED BEANS



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A great combination of sweet apples with savory beans. You can add spicy heat to this by using hot sausage and additional cayenne pepper. This is a great side dish to many meals.

Provided by Recipes by Cherie

Categories     Baked Beans

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

nonstick cooking spray
12 ounces pork breakfast sausage, or more to taste
½ cup chopped onion
2 medium apples - peeled, cored, and chopped
½ cup natural unsweetened applesauce
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to taste
2 (28 ounce) cans baked beans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Cook sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat, until sausage is browned and crumbly and onions are translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease and remove from the heat.
  • Stir apples, applesauce, brown sugar, mustard, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper together in a large bowl. Add baked beans and sausage mixture and mix until well combined. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 19.2 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 878 mg, Sugar 22.3 g

BBQ BAKED BEANS WITH APPLES



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Make and share this BBQ Baked Beans With Apples recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BB2011

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (16 ounce) cans beans
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1 (16 ounce) can apple pie filling
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix all ingredients together and pour into a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Cook for 45 minutes and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94, Fat 0.1, Sodium 111.5, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 16.4, Protein 0.3

APPLE BAKED BEANS



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Categories     Bean     Side     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Tailgating

Yield 12 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 or 4 slices of bacon
2 - Cans Bush's Baked Beans - 28oz
1/2 cup Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ
1 Can Apple Pie Filling
1 Medium Onion, chopped
1/2 Green Pepper, chopped
1/2 c. Brown Sugar
2 Tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce
2 Tbsp. Mustard (prepared)
1 tsp. Chipotle or Cayenne Powder (optional, to taste)

Steps:

  • Brown bacon, and sauté onion and green pepper in bacon grease. Mix in remaining ingredients. Bake in casserole dish at 325 for 1 hour, or simmer on stovetop in large pot for 30 minutes if you don't have time to do them in the oven. Serves 12.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of beans: You can use any type of beans for this recipe, but the most common are navy beans, pinto beans, or kidney beans.
  • Soak the beans overnight: Soaking the beans overnight will help to reduce the cooking time and make them more tender.
  • Use a variety of apples: Feel free to mix and match different types of apples for a more complex flavor. Some good choices include Granny Smith apples, Honeycrisp apples, or Pink Lady apples.
  • Add some spices: You can add a variety of spices to your baked beans, such as chili powder, cumin, or smoked paprika.
  • Don't forget the molasses: Molasses is a key ingredient in baked beans, and it gives them their characteristic sweet and smoky flavor.
  • Cook the beans until they are tender: The beans should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape.
  • Serve hot: Baked beans are best served hot, right out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Baked beans are a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious pot of baked beans that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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