Description
Elevate your grilling game with this Homemade Sweet BBQ Sauce that strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and tanginess. This quick and easy recipe is packed with flavor, making it an essential condiment for a variety of dishes. Whether you’re marinating meats, adding a glaze to grilled chicken, or serving as a delicious dip for veggies, this sauce is sure to impress. Made from wholesome ingredients, it’s free from preservatives and additives, allowing you to customize it to your taste. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating your own barbecue sauce from scratch, perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups ketchup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
- ¼ cup molasses
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup water (plus more as needed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients until well mixed.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Taste the sauce during cooking and adjust sweetness or spice levels as desired.
- Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving or store in an airtight container if not using immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg