Apple Bourbon BBQ Sauce Recipe
Dive into flavor with this must-try apple bourbon BBQ sauce! Sweet apples, rich bourbon, and smoky spices blend perfectly to elevate your grilling game.
Servings: 2 cups
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Ingredients
- 2 apples cored, peeled and sliced
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 ½ cup ketchup
- 1 ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup red wine vinegar
- ½ cup bourbon
- 1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Core and peel the apples, slice and then cook them on the stovetop on medium heat in a small sauce pan with butter and one tablespoon of brown sugar.
- Once fork tender and easy to mash, cool and add to a medium bowl.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl and mix.
- Use a handheld blender to blend everything to a smooth consistency.
- Serve immediately or cover and store in the fridge until ready to use.
Notes
- 1 cup of store-bought applesauce may be substituted for the apples, butter, and tablespoon of brown sugar.
- You can also pour the sauce into a traditional blender or use a food processor to blend.
- For a smoky twist, add a dash of liquid smoke or try a touch of chipotle chilies.
- Use tomato paste mixed with water if you're out of ketchup and want to skip the extra sugar.
- Adjust the heat level with a pinch of cayenne or a splash of hot sauce.
- Make a big batch and seal it in jars using a water bath canning method for shelf stability.
- Serve warm or cold—this sauce shines either way.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servings | Calories: 1142kcal | Carbohydrates: 246g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 4170mg | Potassium: 1088mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 224g | Vitamin A: 2197IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 207mg | Iron: 3mg