Coffee Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Elevate your barbecue game with this surprisingly delicious Coffee Barbecue Sauce! Made with leftover cold coffee, this easy recipe creates a rich, complex flavor that's perfect for chicken wings, ribs, pork chops, and more. It's incredibly versatile, keeps well in the fridge, and is a fantastic way to use up that extra coffee. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 402.7 kcal

Protein 2g

Rating Be the first

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Coffee Barbecue Sauce

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Coffee Barbecue Sauce? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Coffee Barbecue Sauce

In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup cold brewed coffee, 1 cup ketchup, ½ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to low, simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded.
For raw chicken wings (about 2 lbs): Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place raw chicken wings in a baking dish and pour the coffee barbecue sauce evenly over them, ensuring they are well coated.
Bake for 1-1.5 hours, basting with the sauce every 20 minutes, until the wings are cooked through and the skin is crispy. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
For pre-cooked wings or other meats: Brush generously with sauce and bake or grill until heated through and nicely glazed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

177g

Fat

73g

Carbs

17g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)

Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Poultry Chicken Recipes The Americas American Southern Gluten Free Summer Recipes Game Day Recipes Grilling & Bbq Coffee Recipes

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Low Protein Sauces Condiments Etc Dietary Savory Sauces Low In Something

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Coffee Barbecue Sauce?

Coffee Barbecue Sauce takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Coffee Barbecue Sauce?

Coffee Barbecue Sauce has approximately 402.7 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Coffee Barbecue Sauce?

The key ingredients for Coffee Barbecue Sauce are Coffee, Ketchup, Worcestershire Sauce, Brown Sugar, Butter, Lemon Juice. See the full list with measurements above.