Directions:
Step 1: Prep the Oven and Ribs
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs using a butter knife and a paper towel. This helps make the ribs more tender.
Step 2: Season the Ribs
In a small bowl, combine all dry rub ingredients: brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the ribs dry with paper towels, then rub olive oil over both sides of the ribs.
Generously coat the ribs with the dry rub mixture, pressing it into the meat for maximum flavor.
Step 3: Bake the Ribs
Place the ribs on the prepared baking sheet, meat side up. Cover the ribs tightly with aluminum foil to trap in moisture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours until the ribs are tender. The meat should pull away easily from the bones when done.
Step 4: Make the BBQ Sauce
While the ribs are baking, prepare your BBQ sauce. In a small saucepan, combine BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Worcestershire sauce.
Simmer the sauce over medium heat for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly.
Step 5: Glaze and Caramelize the Ribs
Remove the ribs from the oven and discard the foil. Brush a generous layer of BBQ sauce over both sides of the ribs.
Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes to let the sauce caramelize and get sticky.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing between the bones.
Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side. Enjoy your juicy, flavorful baked BBQ baby back ribs!
Tips for Perfect Ribs:
Low and Slow: Baking at a low temperature ensures the ribs become tender without drying out.
Foil Wrapping: Covering the ribs with foil traps moisture, making the meat fall-off-the-bone tender.
Finishing Touch: Applying BBQ sauce toward the end of baking prevents it from burning and creates a sticky, caramelized finish.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Fall-off-the-Bone Tender: Slow baking makes these ribs irresistibly tender.
Rich Flavor: The combination of a smoky dry rub and tangy BBQ sauce brings out the best flavors.
Easy and Convenient: No need to manage a grill; the oven does all the work!
Try these delicious baked BBQ baby back ribs at your next family dinner or BBQ party—they’re sure to be a hit! 🍖🔥🍯
