B's Sweet Maple Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with B's Sweet Maple Barbecue Sauce, a perfectly balanced blend of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors that will transform any dish into a crowd-pleaser. This homemade BBQ sauce features the rich depth of pure maple syrup, the caramelized sweetness of brown sugar, and a tangy kick from apple cider vinegar, all complemented by the bold undertones of Worcestershire sauce and smoked paprika. Easy to whip up in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for slathering on ribs, chicken, or burgers, and can even double as a dipping sauce. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking to add a gourmet touch to weeknight meals, this sauce is guaranteed to leave everyone asking for seconds. Make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to two weeks for an effortless flavor boost whenever you need it!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, maple syrup, and brown sugar.

Step 2

Stir in the apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard until fully mixed.

Step 3

Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and liquid smoke (if using). Stir together to combine.

Step 4

Pour in the water to adjust the consistency, stirring to ensure the mixture is smooth.

Step 5

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

Step 8

Transfer the barbecue sauce to a jar or airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 9

Enjoy B S Sweet Maple Barbecue Sauce on your favorite grilled or roasted dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(114.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	26.5

Total Fat 0.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 315.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 5.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g	0%
Total Sugars 2.5g
Protein 0.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 33.9mg	0%
Iron 1.5mg	0%
Potassium 221.0mg	0%

*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: 0.0%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 98.1%