Disclosure: I received a free gift package from Musselman’s to do this Southwest Apple Butter BBQ Sauce recipe.
Memorial Day signals the unofficial beginning of summer and the official kick-off to grilling season. That’s why I was happy to try a new recipe featuring one of my favorite brands, Musselman’s.
Apple Butter BBQ
Musselman’s makes great apple products. Everyone knows how great it is to cook with apple sauce. However, if you are like me, then you may forget how great apple butter can be too. I was actually pleasantly surprised with this southwest apple butter BBQ sauce recipe. I tend to be pretty picky about BBQ sauces, so I wasn’t sure I would like this. However, I am a big fan of apple butter. So, I should have known that I would love this one. We made the sauce and added it to some ground turkey meat on a bun. It’s the perfect way to start grilling season for sure.
Southwest Apple Butter BBQ Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup Musselman's apple butter
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp smoked Spanish paprika optional
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp. Mussleman's apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a medium bowl.
- Store it covered in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Stir into cooked ground turkey or brush onto chicken or pork during the last few minutes of grilling.
As you can see, it’s extremely easy to make. The hardest part about this apple butter bbq sauce is the waiting while it’s in the refrigerator. I think the next time we make it, we’ll combine the ingredients earlier in the day and then continue on with our day until we need it for dinner. Either way, I love how versatile it is. It can be brushed on grilling meats, used as a meatball dip, and more. So, what do you think of this Southwest Apple Butter BBQ Sauce?
Jackie says
OMG…I think it sounds delicious!
Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Mary Beth Elderton says
Wow–I have always loved apple butter but it never occurred to me to use it as a BBQ sauce. This sounds amazing!
Katie K says
It must be a regional thing because I’ve never thought to put pickles on a BBQ sandwich before! Thanks for the recipe and the idea 🙂
mrsshukra says
I’ve been curious about apple butter, thanks for sharing your recipe, looks good!
Stefanie says
Sounds amazing and perfect for a summer bbq!
Dawn Cates says
I love apple butter and I have got to try this recipe!
Kitty says
wow, interesting sauce combination. looks delish!
betty says
I know apple sauce and apple butter can be used in a wide range of recipes. But I’ve never seen it in BBQ sauce – thank you!
Calshondra Williams says
I’m sure the Apple Butter would add some sweetness to the BBQ Sauce and taste awesome when combined together.
wendy b says
Your recipe sounds yummy. I will make it myself and try it with shredded pork. Thank you for the recipe and the giveaway.
alicia k (Petite Pilates Pixie) says
looks great! pinning this!
Heidi Bee says
Thanks so much for sharing this recipe-it sounds fantastic!
Jennifer T. says
Sounds like a neat twist on barbecue sauce! I love making my own so I know what goes in it.
Cheryl Chervitz says
This sounds amazing. I never thought to add applesauce to BBQ sauce. I love the taste of apples though, so I will have to try it. Thank you.
Annmarie W. says
This sounds delicious! I’ll have to try it on some chicken on the grill!
Helen says
looks delicious
Rebecca Moore says
Would be good on grilled pork chops 🙂
Michelle S. says
I would love to try this out, I’m always looking for different things to try for my summer BBQ’s
Amy Tolley says
this sounds amazing thanks for sharing…you have given me a new recipe to try with my family thanks
Maryann D. says
This seems like a delicious unique recipe. I would have not thought to use Apple Butter for a BBQ sauce. Terrific.
Helga says
I love apple butter and this looks tasty!
Staci L. says
My husband loves to cook–I will have to share this with him!!!
laurie says
wow this looks good
ashley says
I LOVE apple butter and this looks delicious!
Charlene Kuser says
I have tried lots of different BBQ sauces,but this one sounds the most unique.I will have to give it a try the next time I make BBQ ribs.
Lisa L says
I never thought to use apple butter in BBQ sauce. Will have to try next time..thanks for the suggestion =)