10 Best Baked Beans | UK Nutritionist Reviewed

Midlands-based brand Branston may be better known for their jars of pickle, but they're a superb contender when it comes to baked beans too. Taste-approved by the Good Housekeeping Institute in previous years, this tin is an undeniably delicious choice and we just had to make it our top pick!

The rich yet balanced sauce has just the right amount of sugar, making these beans a cut above the rest. They're also gluten-free, suitable for vegans, and provide one of your five a day - that's dinner sorted!

Now that we've tried them, it seems strange that barbecue beans aren't already a popular combo, because they really do work! Think about the comforting beans you know so well and pair them with the irresistibly bold, smoky flavour of paprika - that's what this tin tastes like.

As well as all the usual Heinz benefits of being free from artificial colours and preservatives, these beans are naturally high in protein and fibre. However, the added flavour makes them much more exciting at dinner time. Who knew baked beans could taste this good?

When it comes to basic, own-brand beans, Waitrose & Partners is head and shoulders above the rest. Made from just a few, necessary ingredients, these beans certainly don't skimp on flavour - they taste scrumptious!

While they do contain sugar and are a little sweeter than some other brands, this complements the rich sauce and results in a deeply satisfying product. We've chosen the four-pack due to its high customer ratings and we think it provides great value for money compared to a single can.

When it comes to bangers and beans, it can be hard to find a worthy competitor to rival Heinz's version, but this can by Stockwell & Co is just the ticket! At such a low price, you may expect the contents to be of poor quality, but they're actually incredibly yummy.

With lean and lightly seasoned hot dog sausages made from British and EU pork, we can safely say that this tin is just as good as the more expensive brands. Jam-packed with succulent ingredients, it's a product that you'll want to eat again and again!

We all know what the classic Heinz beans taste like but have you tried their Five Beanz? Balancing savoury and sweet flavours, this tin contains haricot, pinto, cannellini, borlotti, and red kidney beans - a hearty mix that's guaranteed to satisfy you even more than the usual recipe.

Low in sugar without any artificial colours or preservatives, Five Beanz is probably the most nutritious choice on our list. At a quid for 415g, it's brilliant value for money too!

A brilliant idea for big families, housemates who eat together, or simply people who adore baked beans. This hefty 1kg pack is resealable and will stay fresh for up to 5 days in the fridge.

Our favourite feature of this container is the see-through section on the side that shows you how many beans are left. This guide can also be used to serve out one portion, which we think is rather genius. Plus, of course, Heinz beans always taste fantastic!

If you're preparing a meal for one, you'll probably find that a mini tin of beans is much more convenient and it can help with portion control too. This snack-sized can by ASDA contains no artificial colourings or preservatives, so it definitely gets a thumbs up from us!

Featuring a very thick tomato sauce and mild, buttery-tasting beans for 24p, we think this product is an absolute bargain. However, those thinking of taking it on a camping trip will need to bring a tin opener as this handy little can strangely doesn't have a ring-pull!

It's relatively easy to spot a tin of beans and sausages on the supermarket shelves, but finding a good veggie version can be trickier! The generous helping of herby Lincolnshire-style sausages in this tin is beautifully complemented by a rich sauce and good-quality beans. 

While the sausages are full of flavour with a good, firm texture, they sadly contain egg white and wheat, making them unsuitable for vegan and gluten-free diets.

Not only are these beans organic, vegan, and gluten-free, but they're also made using zero air miles and are packaged in BPA-free containers. As this brand's bean production is in-house, a lot of care and attention goes into the finished product, making Mr Organic an ethical and trustworthy option.

However, when it comes to taste, these beans are unfortunately a bit sweet which some readers may find off-putting. On the plus side, the ingredient list is very short and the sugar used is naturally derived from cane, rather than being highly processed white sugar or a synthetic sweetener.

One of two offerings on our list from Branston, here's a "healthy" can which contains 30% less salt and sugar than their original product. These are some pretty decent tasting beans, but we were surprised to learn that this tin only has 4 calories less than their regular recipe!

It's a tad frustrating to see that this product contains both sugar and an artificial sweetener in the form of steviol. Still, if you really need to reduce your sugar intake, they're not a bad choice.