Coca-Cola BBQ Sauce
This Coca-Cola BBQ Sauce is the perfect sweet and smoky glaze for ribs, chicken, pork, or anything you’re throwing on the grill. It’s quick to make and loaded with bold flavor from a handful of pantry staples.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bold and tangy: Sweet cola meets savory spices for the ultimate BBQ finish.
- Easy to make: Just simmer everything in one pot—no fancy steps.
- Grill-tested: Designed for basting meats as they slow smoke and it caramelize beautifully.
Ingredients for Coca-Cola BBQ Sauce Recipe
- Ketchup
- V8 juice
- Coca-Cola
- Molasses
- Worcestershire sauce
- Granulated garlic
- Smoked paprika
- Ground ginger
- Kosher salt
Step-by-Step Directions for Coke BBQ Sauce
- Add all ingredients to a saucepan. Stir to combine and set over medium heat.
- Bring to a simmer. Stir often to keep it from sticking or burning.
- Cook until thickened. Let it simmer for about 15–20 minutes until it’s rich and glossy.
Cool and store. Once slightly thickened, remove from heat. Let cool before storing in a jar or airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 months.
Recipe Tips & Variations
- Want heat? Add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce.
- Best for: Coca-Cola BBQ Ribs, bbq chicken, pulled pork, burgers, brisket sandwiches, and more.
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Coca-Cola BBQ Sauce
Sweet, smoky, and tangy—this homemade Coca-Cola BBQ Sauce is perfect for ribs, chicken, and more. Easy to make with pantry staples!
Servings: 24
Calories: 50kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups ketchup
- 2 cups V8 juice
- 2 cups Coca-Cola
- 6 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup molasses
- 3 tablespoons granulated garlic
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Make the Coca-Cola BBQ Sauce: In a large saucepan, combine ketchup, V8 juice, Coca-Cola, Worcestershire sauce, molasses, smoked paprika, garlic, ginger and salt.
- Cook over medium-high heat, bring the mixture to a low boil. Lower to simmer, cook 15- 20 minutes, stirring often. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Store in a covered container. Refrigerate if making ahead.
- For the Ribs: Remove the membrane from the back of each rack of ribs. Pat dry with paper towels on both sides.
- Drizzle both sides with a light coating of olive oil and sprinkle with SPG Seasoning or pork rub.
- Stabilize your Big Green Egg at 250°F with an indirect heat setup (plate setter or convEGGtor in place). Use your favorite wood chunks—we like hickory or pecan for pork.
- Place the ribs bone side down on the grates. Smoke for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until internal temperature reaches around 145°F.
- Begin basting with Coca-Cola BBQ Sauce every 15 minutes. Let the sauce set and layer on the flavor while the ribs continue to cook.
- Continue cooking until ribs reach an internal temperature of 205°F, usually around the 4 to 5-hour mark. They should have a deep red color, tacky bark, and tender texture (but not falling off the bone).
- Remove from the grill and let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving with extra sauce on the side.
Notes
Store coca-cola bbq sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 months.
Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to make it spicy.
Great for ribs, pork chops, chicken, burgers, brisket and more.
Nutrition
Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 372mg | Potassium: 207mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 559IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
