Easy BBQ Sauce Recipe (Sweet Smoky Molasses Flavor)
This easy BBQ sauce recipe is a thick, sweet and smoky homemade sauce made with molasses, ketchup, and liquid smoke. It comes together in minutes and works well as a dipping sauce or glaze.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Spatula
- Whisk
- Tablespoon
- Teaspoon
- measuring cup
- Glass Jar For Storage
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Molasses
- 1 Cup Ketchup
- ½ Cup Tomato Paste
- 2 Tbsp Liquid Smoke
- 1 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tsp Ancho Pepper Powder
- 5 Drops Peri-Peri Sauce
Instructions
- Add molasses, ketchup, and tomato paste to a medium saucepan. Stir until fully combined.1 Cup Molasses, 1 Cup Ketchup, ½ Cup Tomato Paste
- Add black pepper and anciote pepper. Stir to incorporate.1 Tsp Black Pepper, 1 Tsp Ancho Pepper Powder
- Place over medium heat and continue stirring as the sauce heats.
- Once the sauce begins to bubble, reduce heat slightly and continue stirring to prevent scorching.
- The bubbling will appear thick with slow, heavier popping bubbles.
- After 2–3 minutes, remove from heat.
- Stir in the liquid smoke and peri-peri sauce.2 Tbsp Liquid Smoke, 5 Drops Peri-Peri Sauce
- Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a container.
Notes
Notes
- The sauce is ready when it coats the back of a spoon and forms ripples that hold their shape.
- Avoid overcooking, as the sugar content can cause the sauce to become too thick.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, add a small amount of water or ketchup to adjust consistency.
- This sauce can be used warm or cold.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one month.
Nutrition
Calories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 489mgPotassium: 585mgFiber: 1gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 379IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 2mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!