Zesty Peach Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with this Zesty Peach Barbecue Sauce, a tangy-sweet blend that balances the juicy freshness of ripe peaches with the bold flavors of brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika. With just the right touch of apple cider vinegar and an optional kick of cayenne pepper, this homemade barbecue sauce delivers a dynamic depth of flavor you won’t find in store-bought varieties. Perfect as a glaze for smoky ribs, a slathering sauce for grilled chicken, or a dipping companion for crispy fries, this versatile recipe comes together in under 45 minutes and keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to two weeks. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or looking to spice up weeknight meals, this peach barbecue sauce is sure to be your new go-to condiment!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe peaches, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the peaches into small pieces. If the peaches are not very ripe, blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds and then transfer to an ice bath to make peeling easier.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped peaches, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 3

Stir in the Dijon mustard, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the peaches have softened and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 5

Use an immersion blender to puree the sauce until smooth. Alternatively, let the sauce cool slightly and transfer it to a blender to puree, then return it to the saucepan.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. If a thinner consistency is desired, add a splash of water and stir well.

Step 7

Simmer the sauce for an additional 5 minutes to marry the flavors.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool completely. Transfer it to an airtight container or jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 9

Use the Zesty Peach Barbecue Sauce as a glaze for grilled meats, a topping for burgers, or a dipping sauce for fries or chicken tenders.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1054.8 grams (1054.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	932

Total Fat 4.80g	6%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2794mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 230.20g	84%
Dietary Fiber 11.00g	39%
Total Sugars 201.00g
Protein 6.30g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 128mg	10%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 1511mg	32%

*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: 4.4%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 93.1%