Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Baked Baby Back Ribs, a dish that guarantees to impress at any gathering. These tender beef ribs are slow-baked to perfection, allowing the spices to infuse the meat for a rich BBQ experience. With each bite, you’ll savor the sweet and smoky notes that make this recipe a favorite for both summer barbecues and cozy family dinners. Easy to prepare, you can enjoy more time with your guests while these ribs cook low and slow in the oven. Customize them with your favorite barbecue sauce or spice level to create a dish that suits your taste perfectly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 racks baby back beef ribs (2 to 2.5 pounds each)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 & 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons dry mustard
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 cup sweet barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Remove the membrane from the back of each rib rack.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and all spices until combined.
- Rub the spice mixture generously on both sides of each rib rack.
- Wrap each rack tightly in heavy-duty aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for about 2 hours until tender.
- Increase oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Open foil packets, brush BBQ sauce over ribs, and bake uncovered for an additional 45 minutes, basting every 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 135 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately one rib segment (about 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg