Oven Baked BBQ Ribs – Sweet, Sticky & Tender Every Time!
Indulge in tender, sweet, and sticky oven-baked BBQ ribs with a bold spice rub and caramelized glaze. A crowd-pleasing, hassle-free alternative to grilled ribs that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef ribs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C)
- Rinse beef ribs under cold water and pat dry with paper towels
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to make the spice rub
- Generously rub the spice mixture all over the beef ribs, ensuring full coverage
- Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil
- Place wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and bake for 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Unwrap ribs, brush liberally with BBQ sauce, and return to the oven (unwrapped) for an additional 15-20 minutes
- Remove from oven, let rest for 10 minutes, then slice between the bones and serve
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to verify an internal temperature of at least 145°F.
Marinate ribs in the spice rub for 4+ hours or overnight for enhanced flavor and tenderness.
Adjust BBQ sauce sweetness by adding more brown sugar or honey if desired.
Marinate ribs in the spice rub for 4+ hours or overnight for enhanced flavor and tenderness.
Adjust BBQ sauce sweetness by adding more brown sugar or honey if desired.