Pressure Cooker Baked Beans
Pressure Cooker Baked Beans deliver a rich, smoky-sweet flavor with tender navy beans simmered in molasses, brown sugar, and tangy ketchup. Bits of bacon and salt pork infuse every bite with savory depth, while the pressure cooking keeps the texture perfectly creamy. Serve at summer cookouts, potlucks, or as a hearty side for barbecue and grilled meats.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr 10 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Baked Beans, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 37 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 21
- Heart Health
- 39
- Metabolic
- 41
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 38
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine water and beans in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid. Choose high pressure per the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 2
Release the pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes; then quick-release any remaining pressure as directed. Unlock and remove the lid. Drain and rinse the beans with cold water and set them aside. Rinse and wipe out the Instant Pot insert and return it to the pressure cooker.
- 3
Turn on the Instant Pot and select the Sauté function. Heat olive oil until it shimmers, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the salt pork, bacon, and onion; cook until the fat starts to render, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in 1/2 cup water and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Turn off the Instant Pot.
- 4
Whisk molasses, ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and the remaining 1 cup water in a small bowl. Return the cooked beans to the pot along with the ketchup mixture. Gently stir to combine. Close and lock the lid. Choose high pressure per the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 35 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 5
Release the pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes; then quick-release any remaining pressure as directed. Unlock and remove the lid. The beans will thicken as they cool. Serve right away or freeze portions for later.
- Calories 290.24 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 9.78 g Moderate 20%
- Carbohydrate 25.93 g 9%
- Total Fat 14.28 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 3.09 g Moderate 15%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 17.09 mg Moderate 6%
- Sodium 623.55 mg High 27%
- Dietary Fiber 6.18 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 18.75 g --
- Added Sugars 7.71 g Moderate 15%
- Calcium 31.55 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.51 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 275.02 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 30.78 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 7.18 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Baked Beans is made with 10 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 1 hr 25 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Ketchup, Molasses, and Navy Beans. Each serving provides about 290.24 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Baked Beans made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Ketchup, Molasses, Navy Beans, Olive Oil. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Baked Beans?
- About 1 hr 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 290.24 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Baked Beans easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 10 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Pressure Cooker Baked Beans healthy?
- Pressure Cooker Baked Beans has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 290.24 calories and 9.78 g of protein, or 20% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 623.55 mg (27% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 3.09 g (15% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 7.71 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Mustard and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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