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Dr Pepper Baked Beans

Published: Jun 29, 2023 · Updated: Dec 28, 2024 by Marye

Easy Dr Pepper Baked Beans recipe is just right with burgers, bbq, and grilled foods all season long. Sweet, tangy, and just a little spicy - add this delicious side dish to all your summer potlucks, cookouts, and picnics.
Total time for the recipe to be finished.Total Time 1 hour hour 35 minutes minutes
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This delicious side dish is a guaranteed hit f you have a Dr Pepper fan in your life ... or a houseful of them!

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Table of Contents
  • ❤️ Why you'll love it
  • 🧾 Ingredients
  • 📖 Variations
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • 🥫 Storage
  • 💭 Things to know
  • 👩‍🍳 FAQs
  • 📚 Related recipes
  • 🍽️ Serve with...
  • 📞 The last word
  • 📖 Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

❤️ Why you'll love it

  • You start with a couple of cans of baked beans from the store. That way it doesn't take long to get that "cooked all day" goodness.
  • Easy prep - just dump the ingredients in the pan, stir, and bake!
  • Serve hot or at room temperature.

Dr Pepper adds amazing flavor to baked beans. This recipe is so easy that you can throw it together in minutes.

You never have to wonder what to take to the next cookout, family potlucks, or tailgate party. This recipe feeds a crowd and is always a hit!

🧾 Ingredients

This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the green recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

Labeled ingredients for this recipe.

📖 Variations

  • Bell peppers can be added for a little extra flavor.
  • Use root beer or Coke for different flavors.
  • Some people like bbq sauce instead of ketchup.
  • Add a little chipotle powder to taste to spice them up.
  • Sprinkle the top with chopped green onions before serving.
  • For meat lover's Dr Pepper baked beans stir in a pound of cooked ground beef, some shredded bbq brisket, or sliced smoked sausage. It makes a hearty dish that's perfect for game day!

🔪 Instructions

This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the green recipe card at the bottom of the page.

Step by step images for making this baked beans recipe.
  1. pour beans into an oven safe baking dish or skillet then stir in onions.
  2. Stir in the seasonings, brown sugar, ketchup, and bacon.
  3. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Bake according to the instructions in the green recipe card below.

🥫 Storage

Leftover baked beans should be covered with plastic wrap or placed in an airtight container and refrigerated promptly.

You can also freeze them for up to 6 months.

Finished baked beans in a skillet.

💭 Things to know

Expert Tip: Don't store Dr Pepper baked beans in aluminum or cover with aluminum foil. The natural acids in the sauce react with the aluminum and can give an off flavor to the beans.

  • I like to fix these baked beans in an iron skillet. I can cook the bacon and onions then bake everything right in the same skillet.
  • Drain liquid from the beans or they will be too "juicy".
  • I like to use brown sugar pork and beans but you can use plain great northern beans or navy beans if you wish. I don't think the end result is as flavorful, though.
  • If you have time make these baked beans the day before you want to serve them - they're even better the next day.
  • If you are making a lot then use a dutch oven.

👩‍🍳 FAQs

What do Dr Pepper baked beans taste like?

My recipe for Dr Pepper baked beans tastes spicy and sweet with a mild Dr Pepper flavor.

Can I use Diet Dr Pepper?

You can but the flavor will be off. Sugar substitutes don't handle baking or heat well.

Can Dr Pepper baked beans be cooked in a crockpot

Yes they can but there will be a lot of liquid. You'll want to either drain it off or simmer uncovered until it is reduced.

Closeup of finished baked beans showing sauce and texture.

📚 Related recipes

We love Dr Pepper around here! If you do too try one of these recipes -

  • Brisket on a plate with a rich barbecue sauce.
    Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce Recipe: Easy, Homemade Grill Sauce
  • A cherry Dr Pepper bundt cake dusted with confectioner's sugar.
    Dr Pepper Cake Recipe: A Cherry Bundt Cake with Attitude
  • A plate of chicken glazed with a sticky sauce.
    Dr Pepper Chicken
  • Dr
    Dr Pepper Glaze for Meat

🍽️ Serve with...

Dr Pepper baked beans are a great side dish with grilled chicken wrapped in bacon. I'll often serve a bowl of creamy, classic macaroni salad, and this easy lemon ice box pie.

When I was growing up baked beans were often served as the main protein in our meal. Mom would serve a big pan of them with cornbread. Super filling and inexpensive, too.

You can substitute this recipe for baked beans in the slow cooker kielbasa and baked beans recipe.

📞 The last word

As a Texan I feel like I am obligated to tell you that there is no . after Dr - it's Dr Pepper NOT Dr. Pepper.

With that out of the way I have to say that this is one of the side dishes I go to all summer long. It's great with all those grilled foods; from hamburgers and hot dogs to steaks and chicken.

It compliments a thick slice of barbecue as well. Your summer picnics will never be the same.

We like it in the wintertime alongside these creamy ranch chicken sandwiches.

If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need.

If you love this recipe please give it 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Dr Pepper Baked Beans

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Easy Dr Pepper Baked Beans recipe is just right with burgers, bbq, and grilled foods all season long. Sweet, tangy, and just a little spicy - add this delicious side dish to all your summer potlucks, cookouts, and picnics.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American - Southern
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour 35 minutes minutes
Servings:12
Calories:252
Author:Marye Audet-White

Ingredients

  • 56 ounces canned baked beans, drained
  • 4 ounces slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup onion, about 1 medium onion, chopped
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ½ cup Dr Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle powder

Instructions

  • Combine all of the ingredients and pour into a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered for 1 hour 15 minutes at 350 degrees, until bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and let sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken.

Notes

Storage:
Leftover baked beans should be covered with plastic wrap or placed in an airtight container and refrigerated promptly.
You can also freeze them for up to 6 months.
Tips
Don't store Dr Pepper baked beans in aluminum or cover with aluminum foil. The natural acids in the sauce react with the aluminum and can give an off flavor to the beans.
  • I like to fix these baked beans in an iron skillet. I can cook the bacon and onions then bake everything right in the same skillet.
  • Drain liquid from the beans or they will be too "juicy".
  • I like to use brown sugar pork and beans but you can use plain great northern beans or navy beans if you wish. I don't think the end result is as flavorful, though.
  • If you have time make these baked beans the day before you want to serve them - they're even better the next day.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 708mg | Potassium: 495mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is estimated as a courtesy. If using for medical purposes, please verify information using your own nutritional calculator. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This recipe has been tested several times. If you choose to use other ingredients, or change the technique in some way, the results may not be the same.

First published April 22, 2022. Last updated for editorial improvements June 29, 2023.

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