Smokey Apple Cinnamon BBQ Sauce
Experience a flavor explosion with this tantalizing blend of sweet apples, rich smokiness, and warm cinnamon. Perfectly complementing grilled meats, this BBQ sauce will transport your taste buds to a whole new dimension of deliciousness.
ingredients
- 2 cups apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon mustard powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons liquid smoke
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 green apple, grated
steps
- 1.
In a saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, ketchup, apple juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- 2.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 3.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for approximately 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4.
Add the liquid smoke and butter to the sauce, stirring until the butter melts and is fully incorporated.
- 5.
Finally, add the grated green apple to the sauce and stir until well combined.
- 6.
Simmer the sauce for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 7.
Remove from heat and let it cool before transferring to a jar for storage.
- 8.
The sauce can be used immediately, but for best results, refrigerate it for at least 24 hours to let the flavors intensify.
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