Baby Back Barbecue Ribs

Get ready to sink your teeth into these irresistible Baby Back Barbecue Ribs, the ultimate recipe for fall-off-the-bone tenderness and smoky sweetness. Perfectly seasoned with a flavorful dry rub made from brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne, these ribs are slow-cooked in the oven for hours until juicy and tender. A tangy barbecue glaze infused with apple cider vinegar is added during the final stage for a caramelized, sticky finish that’s sure to impress. Ideal for backyard barbecues, summer cookouts, or game day gatherings, these mouthwatering ribs are easy to prepare and guaranteed to be a crowd favorite. Best served with your favorite sides and plenty of extra barbecue sauce for dipping!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks (approximately 4-5 pounds) Baby back ribs
• 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 cups Barbecue sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the baby back ribs by sliding a knife under the edge to loosen it, then gripping it with a paper towel and pulling it off in one motion.

Step 3

Mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl to create the dry rub.

Step 4

Brush both sides of the ribs with olive oil, then generously rub the dry mixture evenly onto both sides of the racks.

Step 5

Place the ribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, bone-side down, and cover tightly with another sheet of foil.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours, or until the ribs are tender and the meat begins to shrink back from the bones.

Step 7

While the ribs are baking, prepare the sauce by combining barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally and simmer for 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened and warm.

Step 8

Once the ribs are baked, remove them from the oven and discard the top foil layer. Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) or preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 9

Brush a generous layer of barbecue sauce onto the ribs and return them to the oven or place them on the grill.

Step 10

Cook the ribs for an additional 20-30 minutes, basting with more sauce every 10 minutes, until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.

Step 11

Remove the ribs from the oven or grill, let them rest for 5-10 minutes, and slice between the bones to serve. Serve with extra barbecue sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	484.2 grams (484.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	761

Total Fat 4.50g	6%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4216mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 176.20g	64%
Dietary Fiber 9.20g	33%
Total Sugars 137.20g
Protein 5.60g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 181mg	14%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 1344mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.3%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 91.8%