Do you like those cheeky beans included in the almighty English breakfast? Then we think you’ll love this Baked Bean Toast recipe.
frequently asked Questions
Are baked beans vegan?
The classic British baked beans recipe is not vegan. Although it’s made with beans and tomatoes, it also includes Worcestershire sauce with anchovies.
Also, some recipes or store-bought canned baked beans also have chicken broth or pork in the ingredient list and are therefore not suitable for those on a plant-based diet.
How do you make baked beans healthy?
Store-bought baked beans contain processed syrups, thickeners, lots of salt, and other additives to increase palatability.
Additionally, some recipes include ketchup, white sugar, molasses, and Worcestershire sauce. That means lots of sugar, salt and highly refined ingredients.
Preparing homemade baked beans from scratch means you have complete control over the quantity and quality of the ingredients used.
In our recipe, we used just five simple ingredients: beans, tomato sauce, extra virgin olive oil, maple syrup, and low-salt soy sauce.
Maple contains 30 to 40% less sugar than white sugar and is also less processed.
Soy sauce is made from a paste of fermented soybeans. Gluten-free and low-salt soy sauce alternatives are easy to find at your local grocery store to keep the salt levels in check.
Therefore, it’s safe to say that our easy baked beans recipe is definitely a healthier alternative to most store-bought beans.
What are the best beans for baked beans?
White beans are a staple in this classic British dish. You can use cannellini, great northern, navy, haricot, or butter beans.
We used pinto beans for a twist on the traditional recipe, but you can use red or black beans as well.