Maple Baked Beans Crockpot

Slow-cooked to perfection, these Maple Baked Beans in the crockpot are the ultimate combination of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. This comforting recipe transforms tender navy beans into a rich and flavorful dish with the deep sweetness of pure maple syrup, the tang of apple cider vinegar, and the subtle heat of Dijon mustard and smoked paprika. Optional crispy bacon adds a smoky, indulgent touch, while the low-and-slow cooking method ensures perfectly tender beans every time. With just 15 minutes of prep, this hearty dish lets your crockpot do all the work, making it an ideal side dish for barbecues, family dinners, or cozy gatherings. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this recipe is as easy as it is satisfying—a rustic classic with a modern maple twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound dry navy beans
• 6 cups water
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 4 slices bacon, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Sort through the dry navy beans and remove any debris or damaged beans. Rinse thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine the rinsed beans and 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the pot from the heat, cover, and let the beans soak for 1 hour. Drain and rinse the beans before proceeding.

Step 4

In a skillet, optionally cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside. Discard most of the bacon grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet.

Step 5

In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

Step 7

In the crockpot, add the soaked and drained beans. Then layer in the sautéed onions and cooked bacon (if using). Pour the maple syrup mixture over the beans and stir to combine.

Step 8

Add just enough water to the crockpot to cover the beans. Stir gently to ensure even mixing.

Step 9

Set the crockpot to low and cook for 8 hours, or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2330.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2489.0

Total Fat 35.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 66mg	0%
Sodium 4080.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 431.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.0g	0%
Total Sugars 138.6g
Protein 124.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 915.0mg	0%
Iron 25.7mg	0%
Potassium 7247.2mg	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: 12.5%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 67.9%