Finger Lickin Appetizer Ribs from the Crock Pot
Get ready to wow your guests with these Finger Lickin’ Appetizer Ribs from the Crock Pot—a slow-cooked, flavor-packed crowd-pleaser that’s irresistibly tender and coated in a sticky, caramelized barbecue glaze. This easy recipe features succulent pork baby back ribs rubbed with a smoky-sweet spice blend and simmered to perfection in a rich mix of barbecue sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar. The secret lies in the slow cooking, which ensures fall-off-the-bone tenderness, followed by a quick broil to achieve that perfect sticky, finger-licking finish. Ideal for game day, holiday parties, or any festive gathering, these ribs are as effortless to make as they are delicious. Serve them warm and watch them disappear in no time! Perfect keywords: Crock Pot ribs, appetizer ribs recipe, slow cooker party appetizers, BBQ ribs.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork baby back ribs
- 1.5 cups Barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the ribs by patting them dry with paper towels and removing the membrane on the back if it hasn’t already been removed. This ensures a tender texture.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to create a rib rub.
Step 3
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs, coating them thoroughly.
Step 4
Cut the ribs into 2–3 rib sections so they fit properly into your Crock Pot.
Step 5
Place the ribs into the Crock Pot, arranging them in a single layer if possible, but it’s okay if they overlap slightly.
Step 6
In a medium bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
Step 7
Pour the sauce over the ribs, making sure they are evenly coated.
Step 8
Cover the Crock Pot with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the ribs are tender and easily pull apart with a fork.
Step 9
Once done, preheat your oven to broil and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Step 10
Carefully transfer the ribs from the Crock Pot to the prepared baking sheet and brush with extra sauce from the Crock Pot.
Step 11
Broil the ribs in the oven for 2–4 minutes, or until the sauce is caramelized and slightly sticky. Watch closely to avoid burning.
Step 12
Remove from the oven and let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving.
Step 13
Serve warm as an appetizer, and watch them disappear in no time!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1401.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3577.9 |
| Total Fat 220.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 80.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 852.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6139.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 224.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 187.7g | |
| Protein 194.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 376.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3567.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories