Description
These Crockpot Coke Ribs are tender, flavorful, and effortlessly cooked with a delicious blend of spices, BBQ sauce, and Coca-Cola. Using a slow cooker ensures the ribs become fall-off-the-bone tender, infused with the sweetness and tang from the cola and BBQ sauce, making them perfect for a family dinner or gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Spice Rub
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Main Ingredients
- 4 pounds baby back ribs
- 18 oz BBQ sauce
- 1 cup Coca-Cola
Instructions
- Prepare the spice rub: In a small mixing bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful spice mixture.
- Season the ribs: Rub the prepared spice mixture evenly over the entire surface of the baby back ribs. Place the ribs into your crockpot in a single layer or slightly arranged to fit.
- Make the sauce: Stir together the BBQ sauce and Coca-Cola in a separate bowl until well combined. Set aside ½ cup of this sauce for brushing later.
- Cook the ribs: Pour the remaining BBQ and cola sauce mixture over the ribs inside the crockpot, ensuring they are well coated.
- Slow cook: Cover with the crockpot lid and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours, allowing the ribs to become tender and absorb the sauce flavors.
- Finish and serve: After cooking, brush the reserved ½ cup sauce over the ribs to enhance flavor and moisture. Cut the ribs into individual servings and enjoy.
Notes
- For best results, use baby back ribs as they cook more evenly in the crockpot.
- You can adjust the BBQ sauce and cola ratio based on your preferred sweetness level.
- If desired, broil the ribs briefly after cooking to caramelize the sauce for a slightly crispy finish.
- Leftover ribs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This recipe works well for meal prepping and freezing for later use.
