Running Creek Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your backyard cookouts with the bold and tangy flavors of Running Creek Barbecue Sauce, a homemade classic that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Crafted with a perfect balance of sweet and smoky notes, this sauce blends ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar with the warm kick of smoked paprika and cayenne pepper. A touch of honey and Worcestershire sauce rounds out the flavor profile, making it ideal for slathering on ribs, brushing over grilled chicken, or serving as a dipping sauce for fries. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy barbecue sauce recipe is simmered to perfection, allowing the spices to meld and the texture to thicken beautifully. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or simply spicing up a weeknight meal, Running Creek Barbecue Sauce will quickly become your go-to for adding rich, smoky flavor to any dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the ingredients until well combined.

Step 3

Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly.

Step 4

Pour in the water to adjust the consistency of the sauce, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 6

Simmer the sauce uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Let the sauce cool to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container.

Step 8

Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Stir well before use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	524.7 grams (524.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	539

Total Fat 0.40g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2401mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 135.60g	49%
Dietary Fiber 1.40g	5%
Total Sugars 114.20g
Protein 1.20g	2%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 79mg	6%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 382mg	8%

*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: 0.7%

Protein: 0.9%

Carbs: 98.5%