There's nothing like baby back ribs fresh off the smoker! This recipe walks you through how to make perfectly smoked ribs using the low-and-slow method at 225°F. We used Bear Mountain Apple Pellets, but any fruitwood pellets—like apple, cherry, or a blend—will work perfectly. Get ready for ribs that are tender, flavorful, and sure to impress.
How to Make The Best Smoked Baby Back Ribs
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 5.5 hours
Servings: 10
Ingredients: 5
Ingredients
- 3 racks pork baby back ribs
- 1½ cups yellow mustard
- 1½ cups JDQ Sweet BBQ Rub
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1½ cups Billy Buck's Smokehouse Barbecue Sauce
Instructions
1. If your ribs come with the membrane attached, use a butter knife to remove it. Slide the knife underneath the membrane to loosen it. Grip it with a paper towel and peel it off.
2. Preheat your smoker to 225°F. Brush about ¼ cup of mustard on each side of every rack. Season both sides with ¼ cup of JDQ Sweet BBQ Rub, pressing the rub into the meat so it sticks.
3. Place the ribs bone side down directly on the grates. Smoke with the lid closed for 2 hours. Spritz the ribs with apple cider vinegar and continue smoking for 30 more minutes.
4. Remove ribs from the smoker and place each rack on a sheet of foil, bone side down. Wrap the foil over the top and seal tightly. Return to the smoker and cook for 1½ hours with the lid closed.
5. Unwrap the ribs and fold the foil down to form a tray or "boat." Continue smoking with the lid closed for 1 more hour.
6. Brush ½ cup of Billy Buck's Smokehouse Barbecue Sauce onto each rack. Close the lid and smoke for a final 30 minutes.
7. Remove ribs from the grill, slice, and enjoy!
Tips & Ways to Customize This Recipe
- Try a different rub: Swap JDQ Sweet BBQ Rub with a spicier or more savory blend.
- Use different pellets: Use fruit woods like apple or cherry for a mild, sweet smoke, or hickory for something bolder.
- Wrap with extras: When wrapping in foil, try adding a bit of honey, butter, or brown sugar for extra tenderness and flavor.
- Use a different sauce: Billy Buck’s is a classic, slightly sweet BBQ sauce, but you can use any BBQ sauce to match your taste.
In Conclusion
These ribs come out juicy, tender, and flavorful every time. Serve them straight off the smoker and watch them disappear!