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Maple Butter Baked Beans Recipe

A comforting and savory-sweet side dish, these Maple Butter Baked Beans simmer slowly in a rich sauce infused with pure maple syrup, brown sugar, and a hint of smoky paprika, creating a truly irresistible flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans Great Northern or Navy beans rinsed and drained
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup Grade A Dark, Robust Taste
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce use vegetarian if preferred
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup water or vegetable broth

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven (4-quart capacity)
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

Preparation & Baking Group
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a large, oven-safe pot or Dutch oven (at least 4-quart capacity) over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened and translucent.
  2. Add the minced garlic and tomato paste to the pot, cooking for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant and the tomato paste deepens in color.
  3. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the pure maple syrup, light brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined and smooth.
  4. Stir in the rinsed and drained Great Northern or Navy beans. Pour in the water or vegetable broth and mix everything together thoroughly, ensuring the beans are well coated with the sauce.
  5. Cover the pot with a lid (or foil if using a baking dish). Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes.
  6. After 60 minutes, remove the lid (or foil). Stir the beans, then continue baking uncovered for another 40-60 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency and the beans are tender. Stir occasionally during this phase to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  7. Remove the baked beans from the oven and let them rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows the sauce to thicken further and flavors to fully develop. Serve warm as a hearty side dish or a vegetarian main.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, you can crisp up 2-3 slices of bacon, crumble them, and stir them into the beans before serving, or use as a garnish. These beans store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more maple syrup or brown sugar.