Easy Instant Pot Baked Beans Recipe Highlights
Oh my word, I never knew homemade baked beans could be this good. Of course, I like the canned version, but this Easy Instant Pot Baked Beans really takes the flavors to another level. They are sweet, savory, smoky, tangy, and creamy. Usually, baked beans mean heating the whole house to cook the dried beans for hours upon hours slowly. Not anymore! Here the Instant Pot saves the day by doing all the work in less than 30 minutes and keeping your house cool at the same time. I am planning to make these lush and crowd-pleasing Easy Instant Pot Baked Beans all summer long.
Why You’ll Love This Easy Recipe
No need to soak the beans (if using canned beans). Ready in 30 minutes. Full of flavor. No need to heat the whole house to cook the dried beans for hours upon hours. Perfect for your next BBQ or potluck.
Best Beans to Make Baked Beans
You can use most types of beans. I like to mix different kinds to add more texture and flavor. Beans such as kidney beans have much firmer skin than those of pinto or navy beans which are creamier.
How To Make Baked Beans in The Instant Pot
Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact quantities and detailed instructions (scroll down).
Oil: Vegetable or canola oil – Or any light-tasting oil of your preference. Smoked bone-in pork chops: For an extra smoky layer of flavor! You can use 8 oz of bacon instead of smoked pork chops. Veggies: You’ll need onion, green bell pepper, and garlic. Beans: I used Pinto beans, Navy beans, Great northern beans, and Kidney beans. You can use most types of beans of your preference. I like to mix different kinds to add more texture and flavor. Beans such as kidney beans have much firmer skin than those of pinto or navy beans which are creamier. Ketchup Molasses Chicken stock: Homemade or store-bought. Yellow mustard Worcestershire sauce Black Pepper Brown Sugar
Variations You Can Apply To This Recipe
You can use 8 oz of bacon instead of smoked pork chops. Add 1 teaspoon of hot sauce if you like the heat.
Storing & Freezing Instructions
Store well covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Recipe Card 📖
Originally posted in January 2018, the post content was edited to add more helpful information, no change to the recipe in June 2021.
