Sweet Hot Bbq Sauce Recipe

Fire up your taste buds with this Sweet & Spicy BBQ Sauce! Inspired by a Kraft Foods classic, this recipe kicks up the heat with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors. Perfect for grilling chicken, coating wings, or using as a dipping sauce, this homemade BBQ sauce is a crowd-pleaser. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 48.4 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Hot Bbq Sauce

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How to Make Sweet Hot Bbq Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to your spice preference), 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  4. Remove from heat and taste. Add salt to taste if desired (often unnecessary).
  5. Let the sauce cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. The sauce will keep for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
  7. Serve over grilled chicken, chicken wings, ribs, or use as a delicious dipping sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g