Barbecue Sauce Recipes

This sweet-and-savory Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe tastes so much better than store-bought, and it’s cheaper too. Best of all, you can make it with better ingredients and fewer preservatives. Watch the video tutorial and see how easy it is.

If you love homemade sauce recipes like Classic Pesto, and Tartar Sauce, this BBQ Sauce will be a new favorite.

We’re always looking for ways to save money by making our own sauces and condiments, and when those money-saving recipes also end up tasting better than the original, it’s definitely a win. There’s just something so satisfying about making your own kitchen staples like BBQ sauce, hummus, and marinara.

Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe

Homemade barbecue sauce is cheaper and tastier than store-bought BBQ sauce and you can use better ingredients with less preservatives. (Yields 2 1/4 cups)

Prep: 5min

Total: 35min

Yield: 20

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 56 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 0.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Saturated Fat 0.02 g, Sodium 228 mg, Fiber 0.3 g, Sugar 12 g, unSaturated Fat 0.1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups tomato ketchup
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 Tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 Tbsp paprika or to taste
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp ground black pepper (or to taste 4 garlic cloves, minced)
• 1/2 cup water

Instruction:

1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan, bring to a boil then lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
2. Add more sugar or seasonings to taste if desired, then remove from heat. Cool completely to room temperature then cover and store in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.*

Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe

Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe – Ready in 15 minutes, you’ll have the best Homemade Barbecue Sauce that is sweet and tangy and made from scratch!

Prep: 5min

Total: 15min

Yield: 16

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 2 tablespoons, calories 57 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 431 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 12 g, unSaturated Fat 2 g

Ingredients:

• 2 cups ketchup
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (or coconut aminos)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Stone House Seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Instruction:

1. Whisk together all ingredients in a medium saucepan situated over medium heat. Allow to come to a bubble and then reduce the heat to low. Allow to simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes.
2. Serve immediately or allow to cool slightly and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Easy Homemade Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Add a boost of flavor to your favorite meats, soups, and stews with this delicious homemade barbecue sauce.

Prep: 5min

Total: 15min

Serving Size: 1

Nutrition Facts: calories 97 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 1 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Saturated Fat 0 grams saturated fat, servingSize 1, Sodium 475 milligrams sodium, Sugar 19 grams sugar, Trans Fat 0 grams trans fat, unSaturated Fat 1 grams unsaturated fat

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of ketchup
• 1/3 cup of brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon of paprika
• 1 tablespoon of vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of chili powder
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1 teaspoon of cooking oil (olive oil, avocado oil, or canola oil)
• 1/2 teaspoon of prepared mustard
• 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke seasoning (optional)
• Cayenne pepper to taste (optional)

Instruction:

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a medium-size saucepan.
2. Stir until well mixed.
3. Heat the mixture on medium-low for about 10 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes.
4. Taste it. If you feel that it needs more of any of the ingredients, add it now in very small amounts to prevent over-correcting.

Barbecue Sauce

The BEST barbecue sauce from scratch. An easy tangy and sweet homemade barbecue sauce recipe without ketchup. Ready in 15 minutes!

Prep: 5min

Total: 15min

Yield: 2

Serving Size: 1 cup (of 2)

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 cup (of 2), calories 390 kcal, Carbohydrate 92 g, Protein 7 g, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 76 g, Fat 2 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, unSaturated Fat 2 g

Ingredients:

• 15 ounces tomato sauce ((1 standard can))
• 6 ounces tomato paste ((1 standard can))
• 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper ((optional but encouraged))

Instruction:

1. In a medium saucepan, stir together all of the ingredients: tomato sauce, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, molasses, Worcestershire, smoked paprika, dry mustard, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Cover with a lid slightly ajar so that the pot is mostly covered to deter splattering, but steam can still escape and the sauce can reduce. Let cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 10 to 15 minutes.
3. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Enjoy immediately or let cool and store for later use.

How To Make BBQ Sauce 3 Ways

FAQ

How to make your own barbecue sauce?

1. 1/2 cup ketchup.
2. 2 Tbsp. brown sugar.
3. 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce.
4. 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar.
5. Hot sauce or cayenne to taste.
6. 1 tsp. granulated garlic.
7. Dash of mustard powder.
8. 1 tsp. salt.

What are the basics of BBQ sauce?

1. Something sweet. This can be honey, cola, molasses, preserves, brown sugar, or syrup. …
2. Something tangy. Think vinegar, mustard, citrus, or citrus preserves. …
3. Something spicy. This is your heat: a hot sauce of your choosing and liking. …
4. Something wet. …
5. Tomatoes. …
6. The spice mix.

What are the keys to a great BBQ sauce?