Dr. Pepper Baked Beans
2 Comments Feb 12, 2025
Updated May 28, 2025
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Dr. Pepper Baked Beans are a fun twist on the classic side dish. They’ve got all the rich, familiar flavors you expect—plus a subtle hint of the soda’s 23 flavors, which turns out to be a surprisingly perfect match.
This recipe is actually my favorite baked bean recipe, which I’ve doctored up with this soda! Dr. Pepper is a household favorite around here—not just for drinking, but for cooking too! It adds a unique flavor and sweetness to recipes. We make baked beans frequently and love having fun recipes like this one to impress our guests.
How to make Dr. Pepper Baked Beans
You’ll cook up some bacon, then mix it with pork and beans, sweet onion, barbecue sauce, a little mustard, and a can of Dr Pepper. This is a true hands-off side that simmers all day—your house will smell amazing by the time they’re ready. (Find the full recipe in the recipe card below the images).
Cook’s Notes
- Cook and crumble the bacon for more flavor in the beans.
- The beans won’t overcook during the cooking time—they’ll hold their shape and absorb all the flavor
- Make this meatier by adding one pound of cooked ground beef or sausage
- For spice, add jalapenos or a pinch of red peppers.
Ways to Serve
These beans stay warm in the slow cooker the entire party! Let guests serve themselves.
- We love to make these baked beans for barbecues, where we also serve grilled chicken, or make slow cooker hot dogs.
- Serve alongside Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork, or Dr. Pepper Ribs! If you love this soda, you’ll be in heaven!
- Other sides that pair well with these beans are cornbread or a cheesy hash brown casserole.
Featured Comment
“These were so good! I have had Dr. Pepper beans in a can before and wasn’t a fan. But these were great.”
– Callee
Dr. Pepper Baked Beans Recipe {Crockpot}
Ingredients
- 12 oz. sliced bacon, (cook and crumble for best results)
- 56 oz. Pork n Beans, (two-28 oz. cans)
- 12 oz. can Dr. Pepper
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, I use sweet baby rays
- 1 sweet yellow onion
- 1 Tbsp. yellow mustard
Instructions
- Add the bacon, diced onion, pork and beans (do not drain), Dr Pepper, barbecue sauce, and yellow mustard to the slow cooker.
- Stir until combined well.
- Cook on LOW for 5-6 hours.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours, or until the beans are thickened and bubbling.
Sarah’s Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.
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These were so good! I have had Dr. Pepper beans in a can before and wasn’t a fan. But these were great.
Yes! Those have an off taste!