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Sweet Molasses Barbecue Sauce

sweet molasses barbecue sauce

4.7 from 6 reviews

This easy BBQ sauce recipe offers a perfect balance between sweet and spicy, ideal for grilled meats, burgers, or even as a marinade for meat. A simple recipe that’s a must-have for spicing up your dishes in no time at all.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup ketchup (or up to 1 cup)
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/3 cup Crosby’s Fancy Molasses
  • 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tsp. dry mustard
  • 2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1/2 to 1 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. coarse salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a large bowl.  Transfer to a jar with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate.

Notes

This homemade barbecue sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for about 2 to 3 weeks.

Keywords: bbq sauce