Easy Crockpot BBQ Sauce
A sweet, tangy, smoky homemade barbecue sauce made right in the slow cooker with pantry staples. Perfect for pulled pork, chicken, ribs, meatballs, or as a dipping sauce.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ cups ketchup
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small slow cooker and whisk.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 2 to 3 hours, stirring once or twice.
- Taste and adjust sweetness, tanginess, or seasoning as desired.
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Notes
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CROCKPOT COOKING TIPS: Every slow cooker heats a little differently, so cooking times can vary. Once you know how your crock pot runs (hotter or cooler), you can adjust as needed.
RECIPE TIPS: If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking. For a smoother texture, whisk again before serving.
VARIATIONS: Add ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce for heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon honey for a sweeter sauce. A splash of liquid smoke adds extra smoky flavor.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Use on pulled pork, shredded chicken, ribs, meatballs, burgers, or as a dipping sauce for chicken tenders and fries.
Nutrition
Calories: 44kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 317mgPotassium: 113mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 0.3mg
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