Oven Baked Maple Barbecued Ribs

Indulge in the smoky-sweet perfection of Oven Baked Maple Barbecued Ribs, an irresistible dish that brings finger-licking barbecue flavors right to your kitchen. This recipe features tender pork baby back ribs, slow-baked to melt-in-your-mouth perfection, and slathered in a luscious homemade maple barbecue sauce. The sauce combines rich maple syrup, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a hint of Dijon mustard for a balance of sweetness and zing that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. A flavorful dry rub made with smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder infuses each bite with robust seasoning, while the slow baking process ensures every rib is fall-off-the-bone tender. Ideal for backyard gatherings or cozy dinners, these oven-baked ribs deliver the smoky, sticky satisfaction of a barbecue feast without the grill. Perfectly paired with extra sauce on the side, they're bound to be the star of your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks (about 4 pounds) Pork baby back ribs
• 2 tablespoons Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better flavor and tenderness. Pat the racks dry with a paper towel.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture all over both sides of the ribs until evenly coated.

Step 5

Wrap each rack of ribs tightly in aluminum foil to seal in the juices and place them on a baking sheet, meat side up.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until the ribs are tender and the meat pulls away from the bone easily.

Step 7

While the ribs are baking, prepare the maple barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the maple syrup, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir well and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 8

After 2.5 hours of baking, remove the ribs from the oven and carefully unwrap them. Discard the foil.

Step 9

Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).

Step 10

Brush the maple barbecue sauce generously over both sides of the ribs.

Step 11

Return the ribs to the baking sheet, uncovered, and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes or until the sauce is caramelized and sticky. Brush more sauce on halfway through if desired.

Step 12

Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra sauce on the side and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3988.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	11324.7

Total Fat 875.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 319.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 3411.0mg	0%
Sodium 6421.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 148.2g
Protein 765.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 921.5mg	0%
Iron 45.6mg	0%
Potassium 10512.2mg	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: 67.6%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 6.1%