The Best Vegan Baked Beans

Vegan baked beans displayed in a casserole dish alongside a spoon.

5 from 2 votes

Get ready for The Best Vegan Baked Beans ever! They're a breeze to make, rich, with a delightful smoky taste and hearty texture. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or a delicious breakfast on toast.

Prep Time10

Cook Time1 10

Total Time1 20

Course: Main Dish, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegan

Servings:

Calories: 189kcal

Author: Iosune

Ingredients

2 tablespoons oil I used extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion diced
4 cloves garlic minced
¼ cup molasses
½ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke optional
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 15-ounce cans white beans navy, cannellini, or great northern beans, drained and rinsed

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350ºF or 180ºC.
Heat oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add molasses, sugar, ketchup, vinegar, vegan Worcestershire sauce (or soy sauce), liquid smoke, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Fold in the drained and rinsed beans.
Transfer the mixture to a large casserole dish (approximately 9x13 inches or 23x33 cm) and cover with foil.
Bake for 45 minutes. Remove from the oven, give it a quick stir, and then return to bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the sauce has cooked down to the desired consistency.

Notes

Don't overheat: When cooking the onion and garlic, make sure to keep the heat at a medium temperature to prevent them from burning.
Mix the sauce ingredients well: Before adding the beans, make sure to thoroughly mix the remaining ingredients. This ensures even flavor distribution in the sauce.
Adjust baking time if needed: After covering with foil, check sauce consistency. If it's too watery, bake uncovered for a bit longer until the desired thickness.
Let it rest before serving: Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to settle and blend even more, resulting in a more delicious and satisfying dish.
Make it ahead: Simply follow the recipe up to the baking step, then cover and refrigerate the dish until ready to bake. Adjust the baking time accordingly when ready to serve.

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