Bourbon Ribs in Foil Packets

Juicy, fall-off-the-bone tender, and bursting with smoky-sweet flavor, these Bourbon Ribs in Foil Packets are the ultimate oven-baked BBQ experience. Baby back ribs are coated in a crave-worthy dry rub featuring smoked paprika, brown sugar, and garlic powder, then basted with a rich bourbon-infused glaze made with barbecue sauce, honey, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. Sealed in foil packets, the ribs steam-bake to perfection before being caramelized under high heat for a sticky, glossy finish. Perfect for weekend gatherings or a game-day feast, this recipe combines the deep tang of bourbon with melt-in-your-mouth texture, all without needing a grill. Serve with your favorite sides and watch these ribs become the star of the meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Pork baby back ribs
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 0.25 cups Bourbon
• 1 cups Barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 large sheets Aluminum foil
• 1 unit Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Pat the racks of ribs dry with paper towels and remove the silver membrane from the back of the ribs for better tenderness.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create the dry rub.

Step 4

Generously rub the dry mixture all over both sides of the ribs.

Step 5

Lay out two large sheets of aluminum foil and lightly coat them with cooking spray. Place each rack of ribs on its own foil sheet.

Step 6

Combine the bourbon, barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey in a small bowl, whisking together until smooth.

Step 7

Pour or brush half of the bourbon glaze over the ribs, ensuring they're evenly coated.

Step 8

Wrap the foil around the ribs tightly to create a packet, sealing the edges to trap steam inside.

Step 9

Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours.

Step 10

Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and open the foil packets slightly. Use caution, as there will be hot steam.

Step 11

Brush the remaining bourbon glaze over the ribs and increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Step 12

Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, for an additional 20-30 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize.

Step 13

Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing into individual pieces.

Step 14

Serve the ribs hot with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	509.9 grams (509.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1099

Total Fat 4.70g	6%
Saturated Fat 0.60g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7565mg	329%
Total Carbohydrate 236.00g	86%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 197.30g
Protein 6.90g	14%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 227mg	17%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 1316mg	28%

*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: 4.2%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 93.1%