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Apple Pie Baked Beans (Bush's Copycat Recipe)

Apple pie baked beans are a sweet and savory Bush's copycat side dish full of so much flavor from the warm apple pie filling, barbecue sauce, and smoky bacon. The cozy background flavors alongside the cookout classic dish make this side perfect for everything from summer barbecues to holiday dinners and everything in between.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 45 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Servings: 12
Calories: 279kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us

Ingredients

  • 1 20 oz can apple pie filling
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tbsp barbecue rub
  • 8-10 slices bacon diced
  • 1 small yellow onion peeled & diced
  • 2 28 oz cans Bush's original baked beans
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Instructions

  • Add the apple pie filling, barbecue sauce, and rub to a blender. Pulse, but do not puree, just until combined and the apples are smaller pieces. Set aside.
    1 20 oz can apple pie filling, 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, 2 tbsp barbecue rub
  • Add the bacon and onion to a large skillet set over medium high heat. Cook, stirring often, until the bacon's browned and a little crispy and the onions are soft. Remove the skillet from heat, then drain off all but 2 tablespoons worth of the bacon grease.
    8-10 slices bacon, 1 small yellow onion
  • Add the beans to the skillet, stirring until evenly combined. Transfer the bean mixture to a 9x13" baking dish.
    2 28 oz cans Bush's original baked beans
  • Add the prepared apple pie filling mixture to the dish, stirring gently until evenly combined, then spread out in an even layer.
  • Bake at 325° for at least 90 minutes, but up to 2 hours.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Don't over puree the apple pie filling. You want there to be apple pieces and not an apple puree in the beans.
  • Make sure to let the beans cook for at least 90 minutes. The liquid cooks down and sugars will caramelize, deepening the flavors.
  • The bacon is a must! It adds a nice salty, savory contrast to the sweet apple pie filling.
  • Let the beans cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. The sauce will thicken up while it cools.

Nutrition

Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 791mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 108IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 3mg