Lanai Baked Beans

Get ready to elevate your side dish game with Lanai Baked Beans—a tropical twist on a comforting classic! Packed with tender navy beans, juicy pineapple chunks, and creamy coconut milk, this island-inspired recipe combines sweet and savory flavors in every bite. A splash of soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and smoky paprika adds depth, while brown sugar and ketchup create a rich, tangy glaze. Optional crumbled bacon takes it to the next level, offering a touch of crispiness to complement the velvety beans. Perfect for backyard barbecues, holiday spreads, or a flavorful family dinner, these baked beans transport your taste buds straight to the tropics. Serve them warm as a standalone side or as a topping for grilled meats to add a luscious, Hawaiian-inspired flair to your meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups canned navy beans
• 1.5 cups pineapple chunks (canned or fresh)
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices bacon (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

If using bacon, cook the slices in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon, crumble into small pieces, and set aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the bacon drippings.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the navy beans, pineapple chunks, coconut milk, brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly coat the beans and distribute the flavors.

Step 4

If bacon drippings are available, stir them into the mixture for added depth of flavor.

Step 5

Pour the bean mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top if using.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes to allow the top to caramelize slightly.

Step 9

Remove the beans from the oven and let them cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or spooned over grilled meats for a complete tropical-inspired meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1558.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1929.1

Total Fat 18.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 36mg	0%
Sodium 5915.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 360.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.0g	0%
Total Sugars 123.3g
Protein 95.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 677.8mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 4726.5mg	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: 8.4%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 72.5%