Dr Pepper Ribs 🍖🥤
Sweet, tender ribs with a sticky, flavorful Dr Pepper glaze
Description
These Dr Pepper Ribs are a game-changer for rib night. Slow-cooked until tender and smothered in a sweet, tangy glaze made with Dr Pepper and barbecue sauce, they’re sticky, flavorful, and perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. Easy to make in the oven or on the grill, these ribs are a show-stopping centerpiece for summer cookouts, game days, or casual dinners.
Ingredients
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2 racks baby back ribs
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2 cups Dr Pepper
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1 cup barbecue sauce
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2 tsp garlic powder
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2 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs and pat dry.
2️⃣ Season the Ribs
Rub both sides of the ribs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3️⃣ Cook in Dr Pepper
Place ribs in a large baking dish or foil pan. Pour Dr Pepper over the ribs, cover tightly with foil, and bake 2.5–3 hours, or until ribs are tender and meat pulls easily from the bone.
4️⃣ Add Barbecue Sauce & Broil
Remove foil and brush ribs generously with barbecue sauce. Broil or bake uncovered at 400°F (200°C) for 10–15 minutes, until sauce is caramelized and sticky.
5️⃣ Serve
Slice ribs between the bones and serve hot. Optional: garnish with chopped parsley or extra barbecue sauce.
Serving Suggestions
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Serve with creamy coleslaw or potato salad
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Cornbread or baked beans make perfect sides
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Pair with a cold beer or iced tea