Oven Baked Ribs Recipe – Fall-Off-the-Bone Tender & Juicy!
Craving smoky, tender, restaurant-style ribs but don’t have a grill? No problem! With this easy oven baked ribs recipe, you’ll enjoy juicy, fall-off-the-bone ribs right from your kitchen. Perfect for weekend dinners, BBQ parties, or holiday feasts, these ribs are slow-cooked to perfection and loaded with bold BBQ flavor.
Ingredients for Oven Baked Ribs
- 1 rack (about 2–2.5 lbs) pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for spice)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
How to Make Oven Baked Ribs (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
Step 2: Remove the Membrane
Flip the ribs over (bone side up) and carefully remove the thin silver membrane. This helps the seasoning absorb better and gives tender results.
Step 3: Make the Dry Rub
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using). Rub olive oil all over the ribs, then coat evenly with the spice mix on both sides.
Step 4: Bake Low & Slow
Place the ribs meat-side up on the wire rack. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours. This slow bake will break down the meat for that “fall-off-the-bone” texture.
Step 5: Brush with BBQ Sauce
After baking, remove the foil. Brush BBQ sauce generously over the ribs. Increase oven heat to 425°F (220°C) and return ribs (uncovered) for 10–15 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
Step 6: Slice & Serve
Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes. Then slice between the bones and serve with extra sauce on the side.
Tips & Variations
- Want smokier flavor? Add ½ tsp liquid smoke to your BBQ sauce.
- Make it sweet & spicy: Mix honey and sriracha into your sauce before brushing.
- No wire rack? Bake ribs directly on the foil-lined tray, flipping halfway through cooking.
FAQ – Oven Baked Ribs
Can I use beef ribs instead of pork?
Yes! Just extend the cooking time by 30–45 minutes since beef ribs are usually thicker and tougher.
Do I need to marinate the ribs overnight?
Not required, but you can season them the night before and refrigerate for deeper flavor.
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