Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce

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My Dr Pepper BBQ sauce is sweet, tangy, and seriously addictive! Made with simple ingredients and Dr Pepper for a rich caramelized flavor.

Prep Time5

Cook Time30

Total Time30

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: American

Keyword: BBQ Sauce with Dr Pepper, Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce, Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce Recipe, Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce, Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce Recipe, Soda BBQ sauce

Servings: cups

Author: Alyssa Rivers

Equipment

1 Large pot

Ingredients

1 (12-ounce) can Dr Pepper
1 cup ketchup
½ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
¼ cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt more or less to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper more or less to taste

Instructions

Add 1 (12-ounce) can Dr Pepper, 1 cup ketchup, ½ cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, ¼ cup white vinegar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper in a medium saucepan and whisk to combine.
Heat over medium-high until simmering. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Taste and add additional salt and pepper as needed before serving.

Notes

Leftover Instructions

Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 weeks.
Freezer: Freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw completely, and if needed, simmer on the stovetop over medium-low heat for 5 minutes to thicken it back up.

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