Honey Barbecue Riblets

These 5-ingredient honey BBQ riblets are a delicious, family-friendly, weeknight dinner that is full of flavor.  Boneless bites of pork ribs are baked until tender in a sweet and savory sticky sauce.  Perfect for serving over rice, mashed potatoes, or mac and cheese, these riblets melt in your mouth! Ready in just 35 minutes or cook longer for extra tender ribs.

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Baked until tender in a sweet and savory sticky sauce, these honey BBQ riblets are a tasty dinner. Made with only 5 ingredients, you can whip up these baked ribs pieces quickly, without fuss, any day of the week.

★ Why You'll Love this Recipe ★

Coated in a simple yet delicious honey BBQ sauce, these riblets are then baked in the oven so that you can skip the effort of the grill. They come out tender, juicy, and full of flavor.

Pair them with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, or steamed rice and you’ll have a hearty, complete meal. They’re a melt-in-your-mouth rib you won’t be able to refuse.

This riblet recipe is:

Easy: With only 5 ingredients and minimal prep time these riblets come together without much kitchen time.

Versatile: Use the honey-baked ribs for a tasty family dinner or double the batch and make them as part of a backyard gathering or potluck.

Flavorful: The combination of sweet honey and tangy barbecue sauce is a classic and you can spice it up if you wish.

★ Ingredients You'll Need ★

Just 5 ingredients is all you need to create these amazing baked riblets.

Here's a look at what you'll need to gather:

• Boneless pork ribs: Cut them into bite-sized pieces so that each bite is coated in sticky sauce.
• Honey BBQ sauce: Any of your favorite barbecue sauces can work here. So, vary the flavor each time you make them.
• Brown sugar: This makes the sauce almost caramelize onto the riblets.
• Worcestershire sauce: Adds a hint of savory taste to the sweet sauce.
• Grill Makes Memphis Pit BBQ seasoning: The best seasoning you’ll find for ribs, or use a homemade blend of spices if you prefer. See recipe notes for a DIY blend.

★ How to Make this Recipe ★

This recipe comes together in just a few super simple steps that will take you 5 minutes.

Here's a look at what you need to do:

• Mix together sauce ingredients.
• Add pork pieces and toss to coat.
• Pour riblets and sauce into baking dish.
• Bake and serve with prepared mashed potatoes.

★ Tips & FAQs ★

What sides go well with these BBQ riblets?

Ribs and riblets can be paired with any side dish. Coleslaw is a popular traditional side as well as mac and cheese, corn bread, and baked beans.

I love to serve the riblets over homemade mashed potatoes or if I'm short on time or tired, I grab ready-made mashed potatoes and heat them up while the ribs cook.

Roasted veggies or a side salad completes the meal perfectly.

How do I store leftover ribs?

Let the rib pieces cool fully before storing them in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for 3 days and can be reheated in the oven at a low temperature.

How can I spice up the riblets?

If you like a kick of heat, you can choose a spicy barbecue sauce or add some cayenne pepper, hot sauce, or red pepper flakes to the coating.

What can I use instead of the Memphis seasoning?

You can make your own seasoning by combining 1 teaspoon each of black pepper, garlic, salt, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Feel free to adjust quantities to suit your preferences if you're going with a homemade spice blend.

Which BBQ sauce is best?

Use any barbeque sauce you love for the recipe. You can also add honey to plain barbeque sauce so that you can adjust the amount of sweetness in the recipe.

Can I make these riblets in the crockpot?

Yes! You can slow cook the riblets in sauce on low for 4 hours or until cooked through.

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