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Instant Pot Baked Beans in a white bowl
Emily Hart

Fast and Flavorful Instant Pot Baked Beans

Instant Pot Baked Beans are a quick and flavorful twist on a classic dish. With no need for soaking, these beans cook to perfection in your pressure cooker, blending sweet, savory, and smoky flavors in under 2 hours. Ideal for family dinners, BBQs, or potlucks!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups dried navy beans or your preferred bean variety
  • 4 cups water or broth for extra flavor
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¾ cup molasses
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika optional, for a smoky flavor

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Beans: Rinse the dried navy beans under cold water to remove any debris. Add the beans to the Instant Pot with 4 cups of water (or broth for extra flavor).
  2. Sauté the Bacon and Onions: Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add the diced bacon and cook for 5-7 minutes until crispy. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onions soften.
  3. Add Ingredients: Stir in the molasses, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).
  4. Pressure Cook: Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 45 minutes. Once done, allow for a 15-minute natural pressure release, then carefully release the remaining pressure.
  5. Final Touches: Check the consistency of the beans. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water or broth and stir. For a thicker sauce, simmer the beans without the lid for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 9gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 450mgFiber: 9gSugar: 15g

Notes

  • No soaking required: The Instant Pot allows you to cook dried beans without soaking, saving time and effort.
  • Flavor Variations: You can customize the flavor of your baked beans with ingredients like BBQ sauce, maple syrup, or chili powder for a unique twist.
  • Consistency: If you prefer a thicker sauce, simply let the beans simmer for a few extra minutes after pressure cooking.
  • Make it Vegetarian: Omit the bacon and use vegetable broth to make the recipe vegetarian-friendly.

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