5-Minute Gluten-Free Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce

Stop overpaying for barbecue sauce that’s loaded with high fructose corn syrup and hidden gluten! This 5-Minute Gluten-Free Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce is my go-to recipe when I want that perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and tangy. The best part is it uses what you have on hand right in your pantry.

Whether you are prepping for your summer barbecues or you need a nice glaze for your baby back ribs, I’ve got you covered with this tasty barbecue sauce. If you find most BBQ sauces too tangy or ‘vinegary,’ this recipe is for you. Unlike many traditional recipes that rely on heavy vinegar, this Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce is made without added vinegar. By skipping the extra acid, the rich molasses and smoky spices really shine, resulting in a thick, velvety sauce that clings perfectly to ribs and chicken without that aftertaste.

Table of contents

• Why you’ll love this 5-Minute Gluten-Free BBQ Sauce
• What ingredients do you need for Homemade Barbecue Sauce?
• Step-by-Step Instructions
• How do you make Homemade Barbecue Sauce?
• Quick Tips for the Best BBQ Sauce
• Storage Tips
• Can you freeze homemade bbq sauce?
• What to serve Homemade BBQ Sauce with
• More Dipping Sauce Recipes
• Best BBQ Recipes:

Why you’ll love this 5-Minute Gluten-Free BBQ Sauce

• Ingredients found right in your pantry!
• The ketchup replaces any need for vinegar, making this vinegar-free!
• Naturally gluten-free!
• Make a batch and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, taste the best next-day!
• Versatile to use on a variety of meals like smoked meats, grilled meats, or beans!

What ingredients do you need for Homemade Barbecue Sauce?

• Gluten-Free Worcestershire Sauce – We use Lea & Perrins for gluten-free, found at your local grocery store!
• Ground Sage – In the seasonings section at the store! This is the secret to the best depth in the sauce.
• Brown Sugar
• Celery Salt
• Tabasco
• Ketchup – Use all-natural to avoid the high-fructose corn syrup!
• Liquid Smoke – This gives it a smoky flavor!

These are the only ingredients needed to make this recipe, but you can always get creative by adding in some other spices such as a more spicy sauce with Smoked Paprika or Red Pepper Flakes.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Combine all the ingredients, into a small saucepan and cook on medium heat.
2. Whisk throughout the cooking time.
3. Cook until the brown sugar has completely dissovled.
4. Typically this just takes about 5 minutes.

How do you make Homemade Barbecue Sauce?

The ingredients will all be added to a small or medium-sized saucepan and then it will warm up on the stove and simmer. It’s best to whisk until the brown sugar is completely dissolved. Once it’s dissolved, remove from the heat until you are ready to serve it or it can be stored in a mason jar with an airtight lid.

We use it not only on ribs and chicken wings but also in this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork.

This is one of the easiest ways to make a delicious dipping sauce, plus you have control of the ingredients going into it. We prefer to make our own barbecue sauce because it’s easy to make without that high-fructose corn syrup!

Quick Tips for the Best BBQ Sauce

• Add cayenne pepper for a spicy sauce.
• Add smoked paprika for a deeper smoky flavor.
• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
• Adjust the sugar to make it sweeter or less sweet.
• Use a sugar-free alternative like Splenda Brown Sugar for a sugar-free sauce. Be sure to check the ratios on any sugar substitute that you use.
• Simmer longer for a thicker sauce.

Storage Tips

It needs to be fully cooled before sealing in the jar to avoid it getting too watery.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 14 days or 2 weeks. This recipe makes 2 cups, mason jars work the best for storage.

Can you freeze homemade bbq sauce?

BBQ Sauce can be stored in the freezer longterm. Once fully cooled, store it in an a freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw overnight and warm up in a saucepan.

What to serve Homemade BBQ Sauce with

Pair Homemade Barbecue Sauce with these Pellet Grill Recipes or Slow Cooker Pulled Pork.

• Brush on to grilled meats like chicken or ribs.
• Add to wraps and salads for a barbecue chicken salad or wrap.
• Use as a dipping sauce for chicken nuggets or popcorn chicken.
• Use it for these slow cooker sloppy joes!

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In less than 5 minutes, you’ll have your go-to summer BBQ sauce ready to go in the fridge for barbecue season. This sauce is always a hit with friends and family, and it’s gluten-free and simple to make, no need to run to the store for a bottled version!

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