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 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Coffee Barbecue Sauce

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How to Make Coffee Barbecue Sauce

  1. 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).
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded.
  4. For raw chicken wings (about 2 lbs): Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Place raw chicken wings in a baking dish and pour the coffee barbecue sauce evenly over them, ensuring they are well coated.
  6. 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).
  7. 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