Sugar Shack Barbecue Sauce

Fire up your grill and elevate your next barbecue with this irresistible homemade Sugar Shack Barbecue Sauce! This rich and tangy sauce strikes the perfect balance between sweet, smoky, and zesty flavors, thanks to its blend of ketchup, brown sugar, and a drizzle of pure maple syrup paired with smoky paprika and a hint of apple cider vinegar. A touch of cayenne pepper adds optional heat, making this versatile sauce customizable for every palate. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for slathering on ribs, chicken, or even as a dip for your favorite sides. With its deep, bold flavor, this DIY barbecue sauce will become your go-to condiment for outdoor cookouts and weeknight dinners alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups ketchup
• 0.5 cups brown sugar
• 0.25 cups maple syrup
• 0.25 cups apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 0.5 cups water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar. Stir to combine.

Step 2

Add the Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well.

Step 3

Pour in the water and stir the mixture until smooth.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken as it simmers.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed (add more salt, sugar, or vinegar to suit your preference).

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before using.

Step 8

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(655.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	840.8

Total Fat 0.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3112.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 190.4g
Protein 1.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 117.1mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 481.5mg	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: 0.6%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 98.9%