Baked beans in an instant pot | Kara Lydon

These instant baked beans are a quick and easy way to get delicious baked beans on the table for your next cookout! No more cooking for hours in the oven. With vegan/vegetarian and non-vegetarian versions, there’s something for everyone!Baked beans are a delicious source of plant-based protein. There is no one to argue with that.

But who wants to run their oven for hours in the summer?! not me.

Enter the glorious destiny. Here to save us from the scourge of our furnace.

Pre-soaked beans take about 1 hour in the Instant Pot to cook (we’re talking total time here). I’ll take that to a super hot house any day!

Sweet and salty, smooth and creamy, these beans are the exact texture and flavor you would hope for in a baked bean. With all that jam-packed flavour, you’d think she’d been cooking for hours on the stove.

Serve these kids with your barbecue fare at your next cookout!

Ingredients you will need

Notes on ingredients

Great Northern Beans: I find great northern beans best here, but you can use small white beans or navy beans as well.

Vegetable broth: Using broth instead of water adds extra depth and richness.

Brown sugar: It gives cooked beans a little more sweetness than molasses alone, without becoming fermented.

bacon: It provides a rich, smoky taste and is full of umami. If you’re a vegetarian or don’t like bacon, just omit it! This recipe contains enough spices and other flavors to reach for the flavor bomb!

Worcestershire: The perfect sweet and sour touch. The vinegar in Worcestershire sauce will also brighten the flavor and help break down some of the hard-to-digest fibers in the beans.

Dijon Retriever: Adds tang and a little spice. You can use yellow or spicy brown mustard if you don’t have Dijon on hand.

liquid smoke: This sauce is made from the condensation of smoke from burning wood. AKA the perfect smoky flavour. You’ll definitely want to include this if you’ve omitted the bacon! You’ll often find this near barbecue sauce on grocery store shelves.

Equipment you will need

instant pot (Referral link – if I make a purchase, I receive a small commission)

How to make cooked beans in a quick pot

Step 1: Turn on the Instant Pot and set it to the frying function. If using, add bacon and cook until bacon is slightly crunchy, about 4 minutes. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. If bacon is not used, add olive oil and onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 2: Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 3: Add the beans, tomato paste, molasses, brown sugar, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt.

The fourth step: Add broth and stir well to incorporate all ingredients.

Fifth step: Instant pot secure lid. Close the steam hole (it should be on the seal). Set to high pressure for 20 minutes. Leave the normal pressure for 20 minutes.

Sixth step: Remove the cover. Turn on the frying function and let simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.

Expert Tips

Pre-soaking the beans overnight produces the best bean consistency if you can plan ahead!

Frequently Asked Questions About Baked Beans

Can I use canned beans in my Instant Pot?

If you’re in trouble, you can use canned beans in your Instant Pot instead of soaked dried beans. Reduce pressure cook time to 4 minutes and use quick pressure release.

Can I Overcook Beans in an Instant Pot?

Technically, beans can become very mushy in an Instant Pot if they are overcooked. Avoid keeping the Instant Pot warm once the pressure is released as this can continue to cook your beans.

Do I need to soak beans before pressure cooking?

Ideally, you should soak your beans before adding them to the Instant Pot. For 1 pound of beans, soak in 6-8 cups of water overnight, or at least for eight hours. Strain before use. This method will achieve the best results!

If you have a short time, you can quickly soak the beans in your Instant Pot. Add the beans, 8 ounces of water, and 1 teaspoon of salt to the Instant Pot. Set to high pressure for 25 minutes. Allow normal pressure release. sink.

What can I use instead of bacon?

You can simply omit the bacon! There is a lot of smoke from the other ingredients so you won’t miss it!

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

You can but I recommend cooking just a day in advance. Reheating baked beans can get a little dry, so it’s definitely best to serve them on their day. If reheating, you can add a little vegetable broth to keep it from drying out.

Storage and preparation

Once cool, the cooked beans will keep in an instant pot for up to 3-4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

They can last up to 6 months in the freezer, but the texture and taste will likely change slightly when defrosting. Make sure to let it cool completely first before transferring it to a freezer-safe container.

Recipes that pair well

For more Instant Pot inspiration, check out my other recipes below!

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This recipe has been retested, reformulated and revamped to bring you its deliciousness
(and the most beautiful) dish! The original post was published in July 2019.

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