Apple Pie Baked Beans

Apple Pie Baked Beans

These Apple Pie Baked Beans will be the showstopping side dish of your next barbecue. Made in the oven or on the grill in an hour, they're so easy to make and unbelievably delicious.

Ingredients

  • can apple pie filling

    cut into dice-sized pieces

    21 oz
  • canned baked beans
    30 oz
  • ketchup
    ½ c
  • brown sugar
    ¼ c
  • molasses
    ¼ c
  • dijon or yellow mustard
    1 tbsp
  • barbecue seasoning or rub
    1 tsp
  • ground cinnamon
    ½ tsp
  • ground nutmeg
    ½ tsp
  • ground cloves
    ½ tsp
  • cooked and crumbled bacon

    about 6-8 slices

    ¾ c
  • peeled and diced diced apple
    ¾ c

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F.

  2. 2

    Add apple pie filling to a large bowl. Using scissors, a potato masher, or chopper, cut the apple slices into smaller, bite-sized pieces.

  3. 3

    To the same bowl, add baked beans, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, mustard, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, barbecue rub, half of the bacon, and half of the fresh diced apple. Stir everything together until well combined.

  4. 4

    Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly. Top with remaining chopped apple and bacon.

  5. 5

    Bake 45-50 minutes, or until the beans are bubbly and the top is slightly caramelized.

Apple Pie Baked Beans

Apple Pie Baked Beans

218 cal

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About this Recipe

Tired of the same old side dish at your next barbecue? Prepare to elevate your cookout with these extraordinary Apple Pie Baked Beans, a truly showstopping addition that will have everyone asking for the recipe.

What sets these baked beans apart is the clever infusion of sweet and aromatic apple pie filling, balanced by the savory depth of bacon and a medley of warm spices. This recipe transforms a familiar classic into something unexpectedly complex and utterly addictive, bringing together sweet, savory, and tangy notes in every spoonful.

Imagine a spoonful of perfectly tender baked beans, glistening with a rich, tangy-sweet sauce, studded with savory bits of crumbled bacon and soft, fragrant pieces of apple. The blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves evokes the cozy warmth of apple pie, harmoniously complementing the robust barbecue seasoning and the classic, comforting flavor of baked beans. This side dish is a delightful surprise, offering a familiar comfort with an exciting, gourmet twist that's incredibly easy to achieve.

While the combination of apple pie filling, bacon, and warm spices is already magical, you can easily adapt these Apple Pie Baked Beans to your preference. Feel free to adjust the amount of brown sugar or molasses for a sweeter or less sweet profile. If you prefer a milder kick, swap Dijon for classic yellow mustard. For a vegetarian option, you could omit the bacon, though its savory crunch adds a wonderful contrast.

These baked beans are the ultimate companion for any barbecue, potluck, or family gathering. Serve them alongside grilled ribs, pulled pork, or a juicy burger for a memorable meal that will earn you rave reviews.

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