Kc Masterpiece Bbq Sauce Clone

Recreate the smoky-sweet magic of a classic barbecue favorite with this KC Masterpiece BBQ Sauce Clone recipe! Bursting with rich flavors from tangy apple cider vinegar, deep molasses, and a hint of smoky paprika, this homemade barbecue sauce perfectly balances sweet, savory, and smoky notes. With just 5 minutes of prep and simple pantry ingredients like ketchup, brown sugar, and garlic powder, you can whip up a crowd-pleasing sauce that rivals any store-bought variety. Customize the heat with optional cayenne pepper, and use it as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce for ribs, chicken, or veggies. A must-try recipe for BBQ lovers, this sauce will instantly elevate your grilling game!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups Ketchup
• 1.5 cups Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Molasses
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 teaspoons Liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir well to combine.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally as the mixture begins to warm.

Step 3

Add the liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, sugar, or spices according to your preference.

Step 6

Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 7

Transfer the BBQ sauce to an airtight container or jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 8

Use the sauce as a marinade, glaze, or condiment for your favorite barbecue dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1073.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1561.7

Total Fat 0.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4878.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 399.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 359.2g
Protein 1.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 419.0mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1924.0mg	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: 0.3%

Protein: 0.3%

Carbs: 99.4%