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Savory Maple Bourbon Glazed Baby Back Ribs

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Tender baby back ribs glazed with a sticky, savory maple bourbon sauce that caramelizes perfectly for a flavorful and crowd-pleasing dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 racks baby back ribs (4–5 pounds)
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¼ cup bourbon
  • ⅓ cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Olive oil (a few tablespoons)

Instructions

  1. Remove the membrane from the back of each rack of ribs using a knife and paper towel for grip (10 minutes).
  2. In a small saucepan, combine maple syrup, bourbon, dark brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Heat gently over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened, then remove from heat (5 minutes).
  3. Brush ribs lightly with olive oil, then season both sides with salt, pepper, and additional smoked paprika if desired (5 minutes).
  4. Place ribs meat-side up on a foil-lined roasting pan. Tent loosely with foil and bake at 275°F (135°C) for 2 hours.
  5. Remove foil tent carefully. Brush ribs generously with the maple bourbon glaze. Switch oven to broil and broil ribs for 5-7 minutes until glaze bubbles and caramelizes, watching closely (15 minutes).
  6. Let ribs rest for 10 minutes before slicing between the bones.

Notes

Remove the membrane for tender ribs. Cook low and slow at 275°F to break down connective tissue. Apply glaze only at the end to avoid burning. Rest ribs before slicing to keep them juicy. Use a thermometer to check for 190°F internal temperature. For thicker ribs, add 30 minutes to baking time.

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Keywords: baby back ribs, maple bourbon glaze, savory ribs, easy dinner, barbecue ribs, slow cooked ribs, sticky ribs

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