Sweet Brown Sugar and Honey Ribs

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness and smoky aroma of these Sweet Brown Sugar and Honey Ribs, the ultimate barbecue-inspired dish for any gathering. Featuring tender, fall-off-the-bone pork baby back ribs coated in a flavorful homemade dry rub of brown sugar, smoked paprika, and garlic, these ribs are slow-cooked to perfection for maximum juiciness. A luscious honey glaze, enriched with apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and ketchup, is brushed on before a quick broil or grill to achieve a beautifully caramelized, sticky finish. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, this recipe is a showstopper with minimal prep, bold flavors, and finger-licking satisfaction in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Pork baby back ribs
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. Pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and kosher salt.

Step 4

Generously rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, ensuring an even coating on both sides.

Step 5

Wrap each rack of ribs in aluminum foil, sealing them tightly to create a pouch. Place them on a baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours until the ribs are tender and the meat pulls away from the bones slightly.

Step 7

While the ribs bake, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, and butter. Stir until the mixture is smooth and thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 8

Once the ribs are done baking, remove them from the foil and transfer to a wire rack placed over a baking sheet. Preheat your oven’s broiler or heat your grill to medium-high.

Step 9

Brush the ribs generously with the honey glaze on both sides.

Step 10

Broil or grill the ribs for 3–5 minutes on each side, or until the glaze is caramelized and slightly sticky. Watch closely to avoid burning.

Step 11

Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before slicing into individual pieces. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1930.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5423.4

Total Fat 360.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 137.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1378mg	0%
Sodium 3453.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g	0%
Total Sugars 260.8g
Protein 300.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 521.6mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 4527.1mg	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: 58.0%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 20.6%