Easy Baked Ribs

Easy Baked Ribs

Easy Baked Ribs are, you guessed it…easy! Succulent, juicy, and fall-off-the-bone-tender, too. Cook ribs in the oven if you don’t own a smoker or grill!

Ingredients

  • slab of baby back ribs

    2-2-1/2lbs total, could use spare ribs

  • 1/4 - 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Trim/peel off silver skin from ribs if present. Mix spices together in a small bowl then rub into both sides of the ribs, wrap in saran wrap, and then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 250 degrees then line a baking sheet with foil and spray with nonstick spray. Place ribs on top then cover tightly with more foil and bake for 3-1/2 hours (add more time if your ribs are larger then 2-1/2lbs.) Remove foil, drain any excess liquid from the pan, then brush BBQ sauce on top and bake for 30 more minutes, or until top is slightly caramelized. Slice then serve.

Easy Baked Ribs

Easy Baked Ribs

4.7(45)

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About this Recipe

Craving those impossibly tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs usually reserved for barbecue joints, but don't have a smoker or grill? This Easy Baked Ribs recipe delivers all that succulent flavor right from your oven, making restaurant-quality results achievable for any home cook.

The beauty of these baked ribs lies in their simplicity and the oven's consistent heat, transforming humble baby back ribs into a truly succulent feast. A robust dry rub, featuring a balanced blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne pepper, penetrates the meat, building deep flavor before the final glaze of BBQ sauce creates that irresistible sticky finish.

Prepare for a truly satisfying rib experience. Each bite of these Easy Baked Ribs promises a fork-tender texture where the meat practically melts away from the bone. You'll savor a rich, savory foundation from the aromatic spice blend—think warm notes of cumin and the deep smokiness of paprika—perfectly complemented by the familiar sweet and tangy embrace of barbecue sauce. It's a comforting classic, made accessible.

Customization & Variations

While baby back ribs are featured, you could easily use spare ribs for a slightly meatier cut. For different flavor profiles, experiment with your favorite BBQ sauce—from spicy sriracha-infused to sweet honey mustard. Want a little extra kick? A dash more cayenne pepper in the rub will do the trick.

These Easy Baked Ribs are perfect for a casual family dinner, a backyard gathering (even without a grill!), or any time you're craving comforting, flavorful barbecue. Serve them alongside classic sides like coleslaw, corn on the cob, or potato salad for a complete meal.

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