Description
Slow Cooker Honey Buffalo Ribs offer a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that will elevate your dining experience. These tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs are smothered in a luscious honey buffalo sauce, making them perfect for game nights, summer barbecues, or cozy family dinners. With minimal prep time and effortless cooking, you can relax while these mouthwatering ribs do all the work.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 pounds baby back ribs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs for enhanced tenderness.
- Season both sides of the ribs with garlic powder and paprika.
- In a bowl, mix honey, buffalo sauce, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
- Place the seasoned ribs into a slow cooker and pour the sauce over them to coat fully.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until tender.
- For added flavor, brush with additional buffalo sauce and broil for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For extra depth of flavor, sear the ribs in a skillet before placing them in the slow cooker. Substitute honey with maple syrup for a unique twist. Add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or onions to enhance flavor.