Hawaiian Baked Beans


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These Hawaiian Baked Beans are the perfect blend of sweet and smoky, with tender ham, tangy barbecue sauce, and juicy pineapple in every bite.

Pineapple and barbecue sauce go hand in hand in the slow cooker, also try my Pineapple Barbecue Drumsticks or my Easy Hawaiian Chicken.

Baked beans in slow cooker with ham and pineapple chunks with red check napkin next to it.
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I found this old ad for “Baked Beans Hawaiian” and knew it would be a perfect recipe to try in the slow cooker. Before making this recipe I hadn’t bought B&M baked beans before. I was pleasantly surprised what great quality they were, they are flavored great and the beans were very glossy and not smashed up.

Vintage ad for Hawaiian baked beans made with B&M Baked Beans

How to Make Hawaiian Baked Beans

Make these beans in 2 easy steps:

Step One: Brown the diced ham in butter on the stovetop, then add it to the slow cooker along with baked beans, onion, barbecue sauce, mustard, and pepper; stir to combine.

Step Two: Top with drained pineapple chunks, cover, and cook on LOW for 5 hours.

can of baked beans, mustard, barbecue sauce, ham steak and onion in front of slow cooker.

Variations:

Here are great ways to change up these beans:

Swap the ham: Use cooked and crumbled bacon or diced smoked sausage for a different smoky flavor.

Add heat: Stir in a diced jalapeño, a splash of hot sauce, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Change the beans: Try using pork and beans or another brand of baked beans.

Different BBQ Sauce: Use chipotle, honey BBQ, or spicy varieties to change up the flavor profile.

Bell Peppers: Add chopped red or green bell pepper for extra color and a fresh crunch.

baked beans in slow cooker with pineapple and a ladle inside of beans.
baked beans with chunks of pineapple on top in slow cooker.

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Baked Beans

4.84 from 6 votes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Hawaiian Baked Beans are a sweet and savory twist on a classic, made with smoky ham, pineapple chunks, and barbecue sauce for bold island-inspired flavor.

How to Video

Ingredients 
 

  • 2 cups diced ham
  • 1 Tbsp. butter
  • 56 oz. B&M Baked Beans, (two 28-oz. cans)
  • 1 cup minced onion
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. mustard
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 20 oz. can pineapple chunks, drained

Instructions 

  • Set a skillet on the stove-top over medium high heat. Melt the butter. Add the ham to the butter and stir around until golden brown. Add to the slow cooker.
  • Add the beans, onions, barbecue sauce, mustard, and pepper. Stir.
  • Arrange the pineapple chunks on top.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 5 hours.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Sarah’s Notes

Can I use bacon instead of ham?
Yes! If you choose to use bacon be sure to cook and crumble before adding to the slow cooker. Uncooked bacon in the slow cooker is tasteless and greasy.
Other Bean Options: You can use pork n Beans or another brand of baked beans.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 1596mg | Potassium: 803mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 165IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 4mg

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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15 Comments

  1. Jennifer says:

    5 stars
    Tastier than expected! I substituted the onion for 2T minced garlic. Followed the recipe exactly and brought the beans to a potluck. They were devoured!! So good!!!

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      So happy to hear that Jennifer!