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Slow Cooker Dr Pepper Ribs Recipe Easy Fall-Off-The-Bone Tender

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This slow cooker Dr Pepper ribs recipe delivers tender, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs infused with a unique sweetness and smoky spice rub. Perfect for cozy dinners with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 2 to 3 pounds baby back or St. Louis-style pork ribs
  • 12 ounces (355 ml) Dr Pepper soda
  • 1/4 cup (50g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs if not already removed. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir until well blended.
  3. Rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, covering both sides evenly.
  4. Coil the ribs inside the slow cooker with the meatier side facing up. Cut into sections if needed to fit.
  5. Pour 12 ounces (355 ml) of Dr Pepper gently over the ribs.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours until the meat pulls away from the bones easily.
  7. Carefully remove ribs and place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush a generous layer of barbecue sauce on both sides.
  8. Broil ribs for 5-7 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and caramelized, watching closely to avoid burning.
  9. Let ribs rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Remove the membrane from ribs for better tenderness and flavor absorption. Avoid cooking on high to prevent drying out. Broiling with barbecue sauce at the end creates a sticky glaze but can be skipped if short on time. Adjust cooking time if ribs fall apart too easily. For gluten-free, use gluten-free barbecue sauce and check spices. Variations include using different sodas or adding cayenne for heat.

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