Slow Cooker Peachy Barbecue Ribs

Jan 04, 2025

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Slow Cooker Peachy Barbecue Ribs combine tender, fall-off-the-bone pork with a sweet and tangy peach-infused barbecue sauce, creating a flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Who doesn’t love a good rib recipe? You can make these peachy barbecue ribs, slow cooker baby back ribs, ribs and baked beans or even slow cooker teriyaki ribs.

Tongs grabbing slow cooker peachy barbecue ribs.

What you need
Variations
How to Make:
What to serve with peachy barbecue ribs:
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Slow Cooker Peachy Barbecue Ribs Recipe

Meals like these Slow Cooker Peachy Barbecue Ribs are perfect for tossing into the crockpot early in the day, leaving you time to prepare a few sides just before dinner. The diced peaches might seem like they’d make the dish overly sweet, but the balance is spot on! Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar add a tangy twist, creating a sauce that’s both sweet and savory. There’s truly nothing like the irresistible combination of peaches and barbecue sauce—it’s a flavor match made in heaven! 🍑🍖

What you need

Ingredients for slow cooker peachy barbecue ribs on a table.

Pork Baby Back Ribs – I cut these into individual ribs, makes for easy serving. Make sure to remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs, do this before cutting into pieces.
Barbecue Sauce – Use your favorite!
Peaches – You can use a 15-ounce can of sliced (cut them up) or three of the mini cups of diced peaches. You can use peach pie filling, but note it will be sweet and gloppy.
Dijon Mustard – Use yellow mustard if you don’t have Dijon.
Apple Cider Vinegar – This is the secret ingredient that ties the entire dish together.
Garlic Powder
{The full recipe is in the recipe card below the images}

Variations

You can swap out baby back ribs for other types like country-style pork ribs, beef ribs, or riblets—it all works!
Feel free to use any barbecue sauce you love; something like chipotle BBQ sauce adds a smoky kick.
If you want to turn up the heat, toss in some diced jalapeños for a spicy twist.
Fresh peaches can replace canned ones—just make sure they’re ripe. If they’re not quite ready, adding a tablespoon of brown sugar does the trick!

How to Make:

Peachy bbq sauce ingredients in a slow cooker.

Baby back ribs covered in peachy bbq sauce in a slow cooker.

Prep the ribs by patting, removing from packaging, and patting dry. Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs (it’s the curved side). I do this by loosening it along the center edge and then pulling it up; sometimes, I can get it off in one pull. Using a sharp knife, cut the ribs into individual pieces. Set aside. Add the barbecue sauce, peaches, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder to the slow cooker.
Flip around the ribs to coat. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours.
Serve and enjoy!

Tongs picking up slow cooker peachy barbecue ribs.

What to serve with peachy barbecue ribs:

Corn on the Cob: Sweet and buttery, a summer favorite! (try my slow cooker corn on the cob)

Creamy Mashed Potatoes: A classic comfort food pairing.

Baked Potatoes: Fluffy and perfect for soaking up the tangy sauce. (have you ever made slow cooker baked potatoes?)

Steamed Rice: A simple base to complement the flavorful ribs.

Sautéed Zucchini: A light and fresh veggie side. (Yes, you can make slow cooker zucchini!)

Crisp Green Salad: Adds a refreshing balance to the meal.

A serving of slow cooker peachy barbecue ribs on a plate.

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Slow Cooker Root Beer Baked Beans
Slow Cooker Barbecue Meatballs
Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs
Rib Rub Recipe – Recipe from Bread Booze Bacon
Slow Cooker Barbecue Sauce – Recipe by A Clean Bake
Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork Chops and Potatoes