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Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce

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 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
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: 2 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. 


Nutrition

Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 113g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 1955mg | Potassium: 673mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 101g | Vitamin A: 1115IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 2mg

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