Dr. Pepper Baby Back Ribs

Savor flavorful, soft baby back ribs with a tart and sweet Dr. Pepper glaze. These ribs are a hit at any barbecue because of the distinctive twist this recipe gives to the traditional smoked ribs.

Ingredients:

• 2 racks baby back ribs
• 1 can 12 oz Dr
• Pepper
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup paprika
• 2 tablespoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup mustard for brushing

Instructions:

Preheat your smoker to 225F 107C

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs

In a bowl, mix brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to create the rub

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs

Place the rubbed ribs in the smoker and smoke for 3 hours

In a saucepan, combine Dr

Pepper and remaining rub

Simmer for 15-20 minutes to create a glaze

Brush the ribs with mustard and then glaze with the Dr

Pepper mixture

Continue smoking for an additional 1-2 hours or until the ribs reach your desired tenderness

Remove the ribs from the smoker, let them rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve