Chili Rubbed Baby Back Ribs W Dark Roast Coffee Barbecue Sauce

Experience barbecue bliss with these Chili Rubbed Baby Back Ribs with Dark Roast Coffee Barbecue Sauce, a bold fusion of smoky, spicy, and subtly rich flavors. Tender, fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs are coated in a robust chili-coffee dry rub featuring smoked paprika, brown sugar, and a hint of ground dark roast coffee, then slow-roasted to perfection. The show-stopping homemade barbecue sauce combines brewed dark roast coffee, ketchup, molasses, honey, and a touch of apple cider vinegar, creating a deeply flavorful glaze that's irresistibly tangy and slightly sweet. Perfect for backyard gatherings or special dinners, these ribs pair wonderfully with classic sides like coleslaw or cornbread. Whether you’re an outdoor grilling enthusiast or an oven-cooking master, this recipe brings restaurant-worthy barbecue straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Baby back ribs
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ground coffee (dark roast)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 1 cup Brewed dark roast coffee
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the baby back ribs by sliding a knife under the membrane and pulling it off with a paper towel for grip.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, brown sugar, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and ground coffee to create the dry rub.

Step 4

Pat the ribs dry with paper towels and rub both sides generously with olive oil. Then, coat the ribs evenly with the dry rub, pressing it in to ensure it sticks.

Step 5

Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours or until the meat is tender and starts to pull away from the bones.

Step 6

While the ribs bake, prepare the dark roast coffee barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, brewed dark roast coffee, apple cider vinegar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, honey, and liquid smoke (if using).

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring occasionally, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, or until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 8

After 3 hours, remove the ribs from the oven and carefully unwrap the foil. Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) or preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 9

Brush the ribs generously with the coffee barbecue sauce on both sides. Place the ribs back in the oven on a baking rack (or on the grill). Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, brushing with more sauce halfway through.

Step 10

Remove the ribs from the oven or grill and let them rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice between the bones to separate the ribs.

Step 11

Serve hot with extra barbecue sauce on the side and your favorite accompaniments, such as coleslaw or cornbread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2505.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5887.0

Total Fat 366.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 126.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1308.6mg	0%
Sodium 7833.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 207.2g
Protein 364.1g	0%

Vitamin D 18.7IU	0%
Calcium 981.8mg	0%
Iron 25.4mg	0%
Potassium 5510.7mg	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: 56.7%

Protein: 25.0%

Carbs: 18.3%