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Dr Pepper Jalapeno BBQ Sauce in a jar
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Dr Pepper Jalapeno BBQ Sauce

Dr Pepper Jalapeño BBQ Sauce is a great sauce for grilling. A sweet and tangy sauce with just about of heat from chopped jalapeños!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bbq sauce, DR Pepper bbq sauce, grilling sauce
Servings: 64
Calories: 23kcal
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces Dr Pepper
  • 2 cups ketchup
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons onion flakes
  • 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • cup minced pickled jalapeños

Instructions

  • Add Dr Pepper to a saucepan and cook over medium-high heat, bringing to a boil. Cook 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, onion flakes, granulated garlic, smoked paprika, salt, pepper and dry mustard.
  • Return to medium heat, whisking until brown sugar is dissolved. Bring mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce to simmer and cook another 5 minutes, whisking often.
  • Remove from heat, stir in jalapenos and cool slightly.
  • Store in mason jars with lids in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

Notes

Brush over grilled meats or use as a dipping sauce.
Add more Jalapeños if you like a really spicy sauce or leave them out if you prefer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Sodium: 116mg | Sugar: 5g