Tyler Smith’s Pumpkin Spice BBQ Ribs

Total Time:Prep: 15 min. Cook: 2-1/2 hours + standing
Tyler Smith

By Tyler Smith

Recipe by Tyler Smith, Virginia Beach, Virginia

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Published on Sep. 09, 2025

Pumpkin spice barbecue ribs are the perfect duo: It's game day meets pumpkin spice season! These ribs are a seasonal favorite at every tailgate for both barbecue and PSL fans. —Tyler Smith, Virginia Beach, Virginia

Tyler Smith’s Pumpkin Spice BBQ Ribs

Yield:4 servings
Prep:15 min
Cook:2 hours 30 min

Ingredients

  • ribs:
    • 1 rack pork baby back ribs
    • 6 to 8 tablespoons barbecue rub
    • 4 to 6 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
  • pumpkin spice barbeque sauce:
    • 2 cups ketchup
    • 1 cup canned pumpkin
    • 1/2 cup cider vinegar
    • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    • 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
    • Optional: Toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions
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Directions

  1. Prepare grill for indirect medium heat (about 325°). If necessary, remove thin membrane from ribs and discard. Slice into individual ribs.
  2. In a small bowl, combine barbecue rub and pumpkin pie spice; rub over ribs until well coated. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat, 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
  3. Meanwhile, in a saucepot, combine sauce ingredients until smooth. Cook over medium-high heat until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer; cook until thickened, 10-15 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup sauce for finishing.
  4. Brush remaining sauce over ribs, covering well. Cook until tender and browned, about 1 hour longer.
  5. Remove from heat. Brush with remaining sauce; let stand 15 minutes before serving. If desired, garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onion.
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