Crockpot Dr Pepper Ribs
Hi, I’m Brooke! You have probably seen me on Social Media as Meals and Munchies. I’m a busy stay at home mom who loves sharing easy, family-friendly meals that come together fast—because let’s be honest, we don’t always have time for complicated. Whether you’re chasing toddlers, working from home, or just trying to get dinner on the table after work without a fuss, you’re in the right place. Meals and Munchies is where I share real-life recipes that are quick, comforting, and made with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Easy recipes for every day life- let’s get cooking!Slow cooker meals are my secret weapon for stress-free days. These set-it-and-forget-it recipes are perfect for busy every day life. Simply toss in the ingredients into your slow cooker, and dinner’s done by the time the day winds down. They’re comforting, flavorful, and made to fit real-life schedules.These Crockpot Dr Pepper Ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender, incredibly juicy, and packed with sweet, smoky barbecue flavor. Slow-cooked in Dr Pepper until perfectly tender, the ribs are finished with a rich homemade BBQ glaze made with brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce for the ultimate sticky, caramelized finish. Whether you're feeding the family, hosting a summer cookout, or looking for an easy game day meal, this simple slow cooker ribs recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort. Pair them with classic sides like coleslaw, baked beans, cornbread, or mac and cheese for a comforting meal everyone will love.
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
Ingredients
- 2-3 lb pork baby back ribs, or st louis style ribs
- 1 12oz can Dr Pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked Paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs if desired, then cut into sections that fit your slow cooker.
- Mix the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub over both sides of the ribs.
- Place the ribs in the crockpot. Pour in the Dr. Pepper
- Cover and cook on LOW of 7-8 hours or High for 4-5 hours, until the ribs are very tender.
- Carefully remove the ribs and discard the cooking liquid.
- Stir together the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Brush generously over the ribs.
- Optional: broil on a foil-lined baking sheet for 3-5 minutes to caramelize the sauce, brushing with extra sauce before serving.