Cola Baked Beans

Sweet, tangy, and irresistibly savory, Cola Baked Beans are the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or family dinners. This recipe elevates classic baked beans with a unique twist—a splash of cola adds caramelized depth to the rich, smoky flavors of ketchup, brown sugar, and molasses. A medley of finely sautéed onions, garlic, and optional crumbled bacon ensures every bite is bursting with hearty goodness. Ready in just over an hour, these slow-baked beans develop a thick, glossy sauce that clings to tender navy beans for a comforting, homestyle dish. Serve these baked beans warm alongside grilled meats or cornbread for a delicious pairing that hits all the right notes.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Canned navy beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Cola
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 small Onion (finely diced)
• 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 slices Bacon (optional, cooked and crumbled)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cola, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Whisk well until the mixture is smooth.

Step 3

Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Step 4

In a baking dish, mix the drained and rinsed navy beans with the cooked onion and garlic.

Step 5

Pour the cola mixture over the beans and stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

If using bacon, sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top of the dish.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the beans are heated through.

Step 9

Let the baked beans rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1334.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1356.8

Total Fat 25.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 4103.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 238.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.3g	0%
Total Sugars 129.2g
Protein 56.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 449.7mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 3078.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.1%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 68.0%