Best 7 Sweet Cola Baked Beans Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful harmony of sweet and savory with our tantalizing Sweet Cola Baked Beans, where the classic charm of baked beans meets the unexpected tang of Coca-Cola. This recipe symphony brings together the wholesome goodness of navy beans, perfectly complemented by a chorus of aromatic spices and the irresistible allure of dark brown sugar. Alongside this main attraction, we present a medley of enticing baked bean variations to satisfy every palate: the smoky allure of chipotle peppers in Chipotle Baked Beans, the tangy zest of lemon and garlic in Lemon Garlic Baked Beans, the hearty embrace of bacon and cheese in Bacon Cheddar Baked Beans, and the Caribbean flair of jerk seasoning in Jamaican Jerk Baked Beans. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transform your perception of baked beans, elevating them from a humble side dish to a delectable centerpiece.

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SWEET HEAT BAKED BEANS



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound thick-cut bacon, cut into small pieces
1 large Vidalia onion, diced
Four 15.5-ounce cans great Northern beans
1 cup molasses
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon garlic powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Candied Jalapenos, recipe follows
1 pound jalapeno peppers
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Pinch kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cook the bacon in a large ovenproof saucepan or Dutch oven until the fat is rendered and the bacon is crisp, about 7 minutes, then set aside to drain on a paper towel. Add the onion to the pan and cook until softened, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add the beans, molasses, tomato sauce, brown sugar, mustard, garlic powder, 1/4 cup water and salt and pepper to taste and stir to combine well. Let the mixture simmer for a minute or so. Transfer the pan to the oven and bake, uncovered, until the beans are very tender and dark and the sauce is thick, 1 1 /2 to 2 hours.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and top with Candied Jalapenos and bits of bacon.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Thinly slice the jalapenos and place in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Combine the brown sugar, granulated garlic, mustard, cayenne pepper and salt in a small bowl. Brush the slices of jalapeno with the olive oil. Sprinkle the sugar and spice mixture over the top. Bake until the jalapenos are crispy, 20 to 25 minutes. Set aside to cool.

SWEET AND SPICY BAKED BEANS



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This recipe is a hit with guests and family. It's sweet, simple and delicious, and someone always asks for the recipe. -Elliot Wesen, Arlington, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 14 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (28 ounces each) baked beans
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup spicy barbecue sauce
1/2 cup molasses
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (6 ounces) french-fried onions, crushed, divided
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Stir in half the onions and bacon. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining onions and bacon. Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 9 g fat (3 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10 mg cholesterol, Sodium 860 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46 g carbohydrate, Fiber 7 g fiber, Protein 7 g protein.

COCA-COLA BAKED BEANS



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Add a little extra "zing" to your baked beans with Coca-Cola. This recipe is from "The Glory of Southern Cooking" by James Villas.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Beans

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (15 ounce) cans baked beans with pork sausage
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup loosely packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup Coca-Cola
2 teaspoons dry mustard
salt & freshly ground black pepper
6 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine the beans, onion, sugar, ketchup, Coke, dry mustard, and salt and pepper; stir till well blended. Scrape the mixture into a large, shallow baking dish.
  • Drape the bacon slices evenly over the top and bake uncovered till the bacon is thoroughly cooked and the beans are bubbling, 1 to 1 1/4 hours.

SWEET COLA BAKED BEANS



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The flavor of these beans is so good. This recipe was given to Mom by a cousin who brought them to a family reunion. Everyone LOVED them! Made is a slow cooker or crock pot.

Provided by Kathie Carr

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can(s) (29 ounce) baked beans
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 lb cooked, drained, and crumbled bacon
2/3 c brown sugar
3/4 c cola beverage

Steps:

  • 1. In slow cooker layer ingredients, pouring a portion of the cola on top of each layer until everything is in the pot. Cover and cook on slow heat for 4 hours or longer, as preferred. Longer slow cooking time blends flavors better.

SWEET AND SMOKY BAKED BEANS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 strips thick sliced bacon, cut into 1/4-inch slivers
2 medium onions, finely chopped (about 2 cups)
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 gloves garlic, minced
2 (15-ounce) cans great northern or kidney beans, drained and rinsed in a colander
1/3 cup molasses
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar, or to taste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 tablespoon liquid smoke, or to taste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a heavy pot, cook the bacon over medium heat to render the fat, about 5 minutes. Discard all but 2 tablespoons fat.
  • Add the onion, pepper, and garlic and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the beans, molasses, barbecue sauce, ketchup, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustards, vinegar, and liquid smoke. Simmer the beans, uncovered, until rich and thickly flavored, 10 to 15 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon. Alternatively, place the baked beans in a deep baking dish and bake in a 350 degree oven for about 30 minutes. Add salt, pepper, or any other ingredient to taste.

COLA BEANS



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This is a favorite at potlucks and barbeques! I've often wondered if I get invited for my company or my Cola Beans! I've tried several different brands of colas, but have found that Coke® works best. I like to pre-cook the bacon about half-way so it doesn't make the beans too greasy, but it's not necessary. This recipe can also be baked in a conventional oven at 350 degrees F for about 1 hour.

Provided by OHHCANDY

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 10h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 (28 ounce) cans baked beans, drained
½ pound bacon
1 cup brown sugar
1 (12 fluid ounce) can cola soft drink (such as Coke®)

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, alternately layer the baked beans, bacon, and brown sugar. Pour in some of the cola with each layer, until all has been used.
  • Cover, and cook 8 to 10 hours on Low or 4 to 6 hours on High. (See Cook's Note for oven directions.)
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 6.4 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 530.2 mg, Sugar 20.9 g

SODA BAKED BEANS



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This recipe can also be done in a crockpot, or it can be cooked in the oven! Don't use the sugar-free soda for this. The fresh garlic can be replaced with 1 teaspoon garlic powder if desired, this is best if made a day ahead to blend the flavors, refrigerate then warm over low heat on top of the stove.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Beans

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 -4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 -3 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (or to taste)
1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and chopped, optional add in for more heat)
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
2 1/2 cups smoked dry sausage, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can pork and beans, rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
3/4 cup Coca-Cola
1/2 cup carbonated lemon-lime beverage (7-Up soda is good to use)
1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
salt

Steps:

  • In a large pot heat oil over medium heat; add in the onions, garlic, jalapeno pepper, curry powder and cayenne; saute for about 4 minutes.
  • Add in the chopped smoked sausage; saute for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add in all the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring until the brown sugar dissolves.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until thickened, stirring occasionally for about 1 hour (or you can simmer for more time if desired).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.3, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 4.2, Sodium 506.1, Carbohydrate 68.6, Fiber 15.5, Sugar 21.5, Protein 14.7

Tips for Perfecting Sweet Cola Baked Beans:

- **Balance the Sweetness**: While cola adds sweetness, if you find the beans too sweet, balance it out with tart ingredients like lemon juice, vinegar, or brown sugar. - **Experiment with Different Colas**: Don't limit yourself to one type of cola. Try using different brands or flavors to add unique depths and undertones. - **Choose Quality Beans**: Opt for plump, firm beans for optimal texture. Soaking beans overnight helps reduce cooking time and improves their texture. - **Use Canned Beans Wisely**: Canned beans can save time, but rinse them well before using. This removes excess sodium and reduces the beany flavor. - **Enhance with Herbs and Spices**: Don't shy away from herbs and spices. Try adding a bay leaf, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, or chili powder to elevate the flavors. - **Slow and Steady Cooking**: The longer you simmer the beans, the better the flavors will meld. Aim for at least 2 hours of cooking time for maximum flavor development. - **Thicken the Sauce**: If you prefer a thicker sauce, incorporate a cornstarch slurry made from equal parts cornstarch and water. Stir it into the simmering beans until the desired consistency is achieved.

Conclusion:

Sweet cola baked beans, with their unique blend of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors, are a delightful side dish that complements various main courses. By following the tips above, you can create a delicious and memorable baked beans dish that will impress your family and friends. Experiment with different cola types, herbs, and spices to find your perfect combination, and enjoy this classic comfort food with a modern twist.

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