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RecipesSeptember 21, 2026 · 3 min read
JJ's Smoky Maple BBQ Sauce
A smoky-sweet homemade BBQ sauce made with maple syrup, dark brown sugar, and a kick of Cajun seasoning.
A smoky-sweet BBQ sauce with maple depth, dark brown sugar, and just the right Cajun kick.
JJ's Smoky Maple BBQ Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 (20 oz) bottle ketchup
- 1 tbsp Dan-O's Spicy Seasoning
- 1 tbsp Slap Ya Mama Cajun Seasoning
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 4 tbsp dark brown sugar
- 1 tbsp distilled white vinegar
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- 01In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, Dan-O's seasoning, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, ground mustard, maple syrup, brown sugar, vinegar, and water.
- 02Set over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook for approximately 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
- 03Remove from heat. Serve warm immediately or allow to cool completely.
- 04Store in an airtight container or sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Serving Suggestions
- This BBQ sauce pairs excellently with pulled chicken, pulled pork, ribs, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables.
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