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Jar of coca-cola bbq sauce, coke can, small jar of sauce with brush.
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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!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cola bbq sauce, homemade barbecue sauce
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