Smoked Dr. Pepper Ribs

Step 1

Fire up your Pit Boss Platinum Series Lockhart and preheat grill to 225°F. If using a gas or charcoal grill, set it up for low, indirect heat.

Step 2

After the grill comes to temp, place the ribs directly on the grill grates, close the lid, and smoke for 2 hours.

Step 3

In a glass measuring cup, whisk together butter, brown sugar, and 8 ounces of Dr. Pepper.

Step 4

Pour half of the mixture on a foil-lined sheet tray.

Step 5

Place ribs, meat-side down, on top of the mixture, then pour remaining mixture on the bone-side. Tent the sheet tray with foil, then return to the grill for another 2 hours.

Step 6

Remove ribs from liquid and set meat-side up directly on the grill grate.

Step 7

Whisk together BBQ sauce and 4 ounces of Dr. Pepper, then brush half of the sauce all over the ribs.

Step 8

Increase temperature to 275°F and cook an additional 30 to 60 minutes until ribs are tender, and meat pulls away from the bones.

Step 9

Place ribs on a sheet tray, allow to rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve with remaining BBQ sauce.

Step 10

ENJOY!