Homemade Apple BBQ Sauce
This sweet, tangy, and smoky apple BBQ sauce comes together in just 25 minutes with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for grilling, dipping, or drizzling over pulled pork.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¾ cup apple juice
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 2 tablespoons BBQ dry rub blend
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan and whisk until well combined.
- Place the pot over medium heat and bring to a low simmer, then reduce the heat and let it cook for about 20 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce has slightly thickened.
- Let cool slightly before storing in a jar or airtight container.
Notes
- Make sure to use unsweetened applesauce so you can better control the flavor and sweetness.
- This recipe makes about 2 cups of sauce and can easily be doubled if needed.
- Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze in small portions for up to 3 months.
- Try it on grilled chicken, pork, roasted veggies, or as a dipping sauce for meatballs and fries.
Nutrition
Calories: 61kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.02gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 167mgPotassium: 128mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 94IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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