Fall-off-the-bone tender ribs coated in a rich, smoky, sweet barbecue sauce! These slow cooker BBQ ribs are so easy to make, and they’re perfect for Sunday dinner, family gatherings, or whenever you’re craving classic comfort food. 
Ingredients:
- 3–4 pounds pork baby back ribs or spare ribs
- 1½ cups barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the ribs: Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs, if needed. Cut the ribs into sections that fit comfortably in your slow cooker.
- Season: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and chili powder. Rub the mixture all over the ribs.
- Make the sauce: In another bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar.
- Add to the crockpot: Arrange the ribs in the slow cooker and pour the barbecue sauce mixture over them, coating them well.
- Slow cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the ribs are tender. Avoid lifting the lid unnecessarily.
- Make them sticky: Carefully transfer the ribs to a foil-lined baking sheet and brush with extra barbecue sauce. Broil for 3–5 minutes, watching closely, until the sauce bubbles and caramelizes. Alternatively, finish them on a hot grill.
- Serve: Let the ribs rest briefly, then serve with extra BBQ sauce, coleslaw, baked beans, or corn on the cob.
Tip: For the best flavor, use your favorite thick barbecue sauce and finish the ribs under the broiler for that delicious sticky, caramelized coating.
Do you like your BBQ ribs sweet and sticky or smoky with a little heat?