Crock Pot Ribs Recipe

Name: Crock Pot Ribs Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 360 min
Total time: 360 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 pounds baby back ribs; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 cup barbecue sauce; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon honey

Published: March 31, 2025 Prep Time: About 15 minutes Cook Time: About 6 hours Total Time: About 6 hours 15 minutes Serves: 6 Difficulty: Easy Category: Main Course Cuisine: American

Ingredients

3 pounds baby back ribs
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

Season ribs with brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and cumin
Place ribs in slow cooker
In a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and honey
Pour sauce over ribs
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours
Remove ribs and brush with additional sauce
Broil for 5 minutes until caramelized
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving

Special Notes

These crock pot ribs are incredibly tender and flavorful. The long, slow cooking process ensures the meat falls off the bone. The combination of spices creates a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors. You can customize the sauce by adding different ingredients like hot sauce or different types of vinegar. These ribs are perfect for parties, potlucks, or any time you want to impress your guests.