Slow-Cooker Smoky Apple Butter Ribs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Slow-Cooker Smoky Apple Butter Ribs
495 min.
4
516kcal

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Indulge in the rich, smoky flavors of our Slow-Cooker Smoky Apple Butter Ribs, a dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. Perfect for lunch or dinner, these tender, boneless pork country-style ribs are infused with a delightful blend of apple butter, brown sugar, and liquid smoke, creating a mouthwatering glaze that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can set it and forget it, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over 8 to 10 hours. The result? Juicy, fall-off-the-bone ribs that are not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with flavor. The addition of garlic and onions adds depth, while the sweet and smoky sauce brings a unique twist that will impress your family and friends.

Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these ribs are sure to be a hit. Serve them with your favorite sides, and watch as they disappear from the table. Get ready to savor the deliciousness of Slow-Cooker Smoky Apple Butter Ribs—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup spiced apple butter 
  • tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • tablespoon liquid smoke 
  • medium onion sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • lb pork stew meat boneless country-style
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper. In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, place ribs. Cover with onion slices. In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; pour over ribs and onion.
  2. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  3. Remove ribs from cooker; place on serving platter. Cover to keep warm.
  4. Pour juices from cooker through strainer into 1-quart saucepan.
  5. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat; reduce heat to medium. Cook about 5 minutes or until sauce has slightly thickened.
  6. Serve sauce with ribs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories516kcal
Protein34.24%
Fat46.73%
Carbs19.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.25
Glycemic Load
0.74
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
23.834347849307%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
5.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:515.57kcal
25.78%
Fat:26.29g
40.44%
Saturated Fat:5.28g
32.97%
Carbohydrates:24.09g
8.03%
Net Carbohydrates:23g
8.36%
Sugar:19.45g
21.61%
Cholesterol:163.63mg
54.54%
Sodium:592.03mg
25.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:43.33g
86.67%
Selenium:72µg
102.86%
Vitamin B6:1.26mg
62.99%
Vitamin B1:0.85mg
56.55%
Phosphorus:440.5mg
44.05%
Zinc:6.24mg
41.59%
Vitamin B12:2.21µg
36.85%
Vitamin B5:3.63mg
36.29%
Vitamin B3:6.89mg
34.47%
Vitamin B2:0.58mg
33.86%
Potassium:792.82mg
22.65%
Magnesium:51.95mg
12.99%
Iron:2.14mg
11.9%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.64%
Copper:0.22mg
11.12%
Vitamin D:1.55µg
10.32%
Calcium:68.98mg
6.9%
Fiber:1.09g
4.36%
Vitamin E:0.54mg
3.57%
Vitamin C:2.71mg
3.29%
Folate:5.72µg
1.43%