Green beans are a classic side dish that is now made even easier in this Crock Pot Maple Bacon Green Beans recipe. Tender green beans, with a hint of sweetness from maple syrup and a bit of smokiness from bacon, are so good that this recipe is sure to become a favorite for years to come.
For more easy crock pot recipes, try my Crock Pot Potato Soup, Easy Crock Pot Baked Beans, and Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip.
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I grew up eating the “cooked for 40 hours” green beans that were served for Sunday lunch and on every holiday. I loved those beans, but I have been on the hunt for a way to load up the flavor in that humble veggie without overcooking it. I’ve accomplished that goal with these maple bacon green beans!
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Why You’ll This Green Bean Recipe
- Simple Ingredients—These green beans use all the classic green bean ingredients, such as maple syrup, bacon, and onion.
- Old School Flavor – That sweet and salty flavor is a classic. This recipe achieves that with bacon, soy sauce, and maple syrup.
- Easy – Thanks to the Crockpot, this recipe is even easier than making them on the stovetop!
Maple Bacon Crock Pot Green Beans Ingredients
- Fresh green beans are the star of the show! Make sure they are washed and trimmed.
- For that classic flavor, use a yellow or Vidalia onion.
- I add bacon and soy sauce for salty notes. Store-bought real bacon bits are a good option.
- Maple syrup is my favorite natural way to sweeten these green beans.
- Fresh cracked black pepper and salt help brighten all the other flavors.
Recipe Variations
- Low Sodium: You can always use low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos if you can have soy.
- Honey: Honey can be used in place of maple syrup. Although honey is technically acidic so, it lends a much different flavor profile.
Step By Step Directions
- Add the Veggies: Add green beans, onion, and 1 cup of bacon to a Crock Pot.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, stir together vegetable stock, maple syrup, and soy sauce. Pour over green beans. Sprinkle on pepper and salt and stir ingredients together.
- Cook: Place lid on Crock Pot and set the timer to 5 hours. Stir the green beans half way through cook time.
- Finish with More Bacon: When the timer goes off, stir the green beans and place them on a serving platter or in a bowl. Sprinkle on the remaining ½ cup of chopped bacon and serve.
What’s The Best Slow Cooker To Use?
You can use just about any slow cooker. I used a Crock Pot Casserole slow cooker for this recipe. If you use a bowl or smaller crock, you might cut the green beans in half to fit in the cooker.
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe uses fresh, whole green beans. After adding the chopped onion, bacon, maple syrup, stock, and seasoning, cook the beans for 4 ½ to 5 hours on low. I recommend stirring or tossing the bean in the Crock Pot during the halfway cooking process.
It sure can! It’s easy to make a batch of these yummy green beans a day before you want to serve them. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before you want to serve them. To serve, remove from the fridge, place in a stockpot, and heat on the stovetop. The green beans can also be reheated in a Crock Pot set on LOW for 1 ½ hours.
Serving Suggestions
In my house, green beans are a staple of any meal. They are perfect for family dinners with Skillet Beef Stew, and Cinnamon Apple Pull Apart Bread. Or serve them for Sunday Supper with the help of my regular slow cooker. I serve Crock Pot chicken thighs, tomato cucumber salad, baked potatoes, and chocolate pecan cheese pie for dessert.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1-½ to 2 pounds washed and trimmed green beans
- 1 cup chopped onion
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons low sodium Soy sauce
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- 1-½ cup chopped cooked bacon
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
- dash Kosher salt
Instructions
- Add green beans, onion, and 1 cup of bacon to a Crock Pot.
- In a small bowl, stir together vegetable stock, maple syrup, and soy sauce. Pour over green beans. Sprinkle on pepper and salt and stir ingredients together.
- Place lid on Crock Pot and set the timer to 5 hours. Stir the green beans half way through cook time.
- When the timer goes off, stir the green beans and place them on a serving platter or in a bowl. Sprinkle on the remainng ½ cup of chopped bacon and serve.
Nutrition
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Hi I’m making these for Easter. Can I double the recipe if I have a large slow cooker? We will have a crowd. Thanks in advance!
Hey there! I know I’m responding past the holiday, but yes you can! I hope you enjoyed them if you made them! Thank you for cooking with me, Happy Easter! ~Donya
I have been making a version of this for 46 years!
Bacon is not on the list of ongoing. Is it 1 cup uncooked bacon?
Yes.
~Donya
This is a really good recipe for green beans. My grandsons and granddaughter ask for these whenever we have a family gathering.
You are the best, Betty! Thank you for your sweet words and for sharing.
~Donya
I JUST HAVE A QUESTION CAN I USE GREEN BEANS IN THE CAN FOR THIS RECIPE?
Sure.
~Donya
ok great!!!! thank you so much!!!
Would this work with frozen green beans?
Sure. Just make sure they are thawed.
~Donya
Hi Donya! Is the crockpot set on low or high for five hours? Thank you so much!
Hey there Renee!
That is a great question! I set my Crock Pot on LOW for 5 hours to make these Green Beans. I hope this helps, let me know how the recipe turns out if you end up giving it a try! Have a Happy Holiday!
~Donya
I will be making these for thanksgiving.
Hey there Dee!
Thank you so much for your interest in this recipe, I am so happy to hear you’ll be making this for Thanksgiving! This recipe is great for holidays since it’s in the Crock Pot, making this will really free up space in the oven. If you have any questions about the recipe, please feel free to ask! Thank you so much for your support, I am so honored to have a recipe at your Thanksgiving feast!
~Donya