How to Make Apple-Maple BBQ Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to barbecue, the sauce can make all the difference. A good barbecue sauce can elevate the flavor of your favorite meats and give them a deliciously sweet and smoky kick. If you're looking to switch up your barbecue sauce game, then look no further than this Apple-Maple BBQ Sauce recipe. This sauce is the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and tangy, with a hint of apple and maple that will have your taste buds singing.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups ketchup
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ⅓ cup real maple syrup
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • ¼ cup bacon fat (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup apple cider (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 4 cups

  • Stir ketchup, brown sugar, applesauce, maple syrup, molasses, bacon fat, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, allspice, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, and nutmeg together in a large saucepan over medium heat until thoroughly combined. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for at least 1 hour, adding apple cider if a thinner consistency is desired.
  • Remove from the heat and let cool slightly, about 15 minutes.
  • Use a funnel to pour BBQ sauce into a clean, sterilized 32-ounce bottle or container. Seal and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Nutrition

    35 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 171mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Potassium: 112mg