Crock Pot Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Crock Pot Baby Back Ribs Recipe

4 servings
A Crockpot Baby Back Ribs Recipe that is SO easy to make! Learn how to make slow cooker ribs that are delicious and fall off the bone tender!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 lbs baby back ribs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ cup water

    OR beer, apple juice, broth

  • ¼ cup BBQ sauce

Directions

  1. 1

    Remove the membrane from ribs. The best way to do this is to stick a butter knife under the membrane and pull the membrane from the back with a paper towel (it’s hard to grip and the paper towel helps!)

  2. 2

    Mix together dry rub of salt, pepper, brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder.

  3. 3

    Spray both sides of ribs with olive oil cooking spray

  4. 4

    Coat both sides of the ribs generously with the dry rub. You can gently press the rub into the ribs so it adheres. Optional: let the ribs sit with the dry rub for 5-10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Pour the liquid in the crockpot. Place the ribs in a greased crockpot. You can lay flat if they’ll fit or curl so that they fit in the crockpot.

  6. 6

    Cook on low for 4-5 hours. We don’t recommend cooking on high.

  7. 7

    After 4 hours, preheat the oven to 425.

  8. 8

    Gently remove the ribs from the crockpot and place on a nonstick foil lined baking sheet.

  9. 9

    Top with barbecue sauce and bake for 15 minutes.

  10. 10

    Slice & enjoy!

Crock Pot Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Crock Pot Baby Back Ribs Recipe

265 min4 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving incredibly tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs without the fuss? This Crock Pot Baby Back Ribs recipe makes achieving restaurant-quality results at home incredibly simple.

The magic of a slow cooker transforms baby back ribs into irresistibly tender perfection with minimal effort. This recipe simplifies classic rib making, allowing the gentle, long cook to develop deep flavors from a simple yet aromatic spice rub and your choice of cooking liquid.

You're in for a treat with ribs that are incredibly succulent and fork-tender, practically melting in your mouth. The seasoned exterior will hold a robust flavor profile from a blend of savory spices, beautifully complemented by a finishing touch of BBQ sauce. This method ensures delicious, hassle-free ribs that taste like you spent hours slaving over them, but the slow cooker does all the hard work for you. Expect a comforting, flavorful main course that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Customization is easy with this recipe. You can experiment with the cooking liquid—swap water for beer, apple juice, or broth to infuse different subtle notes into your ribs. Feel free to adjust the amount or type of BBQ sauce to match your preference, from smoky and sweet to tangy and spicy.

These Crock Pot Baby Back Ribs are perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or for feeding a small gathering without breaking a sweat. Serve them alongside your favorite coleslaw, corn on the cob, or potato salad for a complete and delicious meal.

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