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Easy Oven Baked Ribs
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If you want tender, fall-apart ribs without hovering over a grill, this Easy Oven Baked Ribs recipe is your new favorite secret. These ribs cook low and slow until perfectly juicy, then get brushed with sticky BBQ sauce and broiled just enough to caramelize. With flavor that’s deep, smoky, and sweet with a hint of spice from the seasoning, you’ll want extra napkins because things are about to get saucy.
Ingredient Notes + Variations
This recipe keeps things simple but delivers big flavor. A rack of baby back ribs, a bold seasoning, and your favorite BBQ sauce are all it takes. Each ingredient has its role, so use good ones and let the oven do the heavy lifting.
- Pork Baby Back Ribs – These are smaller and more tender than spare ribs, which means they cook evenly and stay juicy.
- Grill Seasoning – A smoky maple blend like McCormick Smokehouse Maple adds instant depth. If you prefer homemade, try my Pulled Pork Rub.
- BBQ Sauce – Go for something thick and tangy like Stubbs Original. It caramelizes beautifully under the broiler. Homemade BBQ Sauce is also a great option if you have a few extra minutes.
How to Make Oven Baked Ribs
Season your meat well, wrap in foil, bake your baby back ribs in the oven, then baste with good BBQ Sauce. Right out of the oven, you get juicy and smoky ribs just by seasoning well and finishing under the broiler or on the grill. I make ribs in the oven year-round, but they are particularly tasty in the summer. For full recipe details, including ingredients and measurements needed, see the printable recipe card down below.
Step 1: Preheat Oven + Prep Pan
Preheat the oven to 300° F and line a baking sheet with foil. Lightly spray it with nonstick spray so cleanup is painless.
Step 2: Remove Silverskin
Removing the silverskin membrane is actually so much easier than you think! It seems like it would be intimidating but couldn’t be simpler.
- Turn your rack of ribs over so the back, bonier side is face up.
- Starting at the smaller, narrower end, use a small knife or kitchen shears to slide under the edge of silverskin and get a little flap to grab.
- Using a paper towel, grip the flap you created and pull off. It should come off in one long sheet but if it doesn’t, use the knife to pull up another section and start pulling again.
Step 3: Season the Ribs
Lay the ribs on the pan and score the tough membrane on the bony side. Rub generously with your seasoning blend, making sure every inch is coated.
Step 4: Wrap + Bake
Cover the ribs tightly with foil and bake for about 2 to 2 ½ hours until they’re tender and cooked through. A little more time in the oven can’t really hurt these guys… they’ll just become extra tender.
Step 5: Broil with Sauce
Remove the foil, brush one side with BBQ sauce, and broil for 2 to 3 minutes until it starts to brown. Flip, baste again, and broil the other side.
Step 6: Slice + Serve
Brush on a little extra BBQ sauce, slice into pieces, and serve right away.
Tips for Success
- Use heavy-duty foil so it doesn’t tear while wrapping.
- Bake low and slow for the most tender ribs.
- Rest the ribs a few minutes before cutting so the juices settle.
- Don’t skip broiling… it’s what gives that irresistible sticky finish.
- Line your pan well for easy cleanup.
What to Serve with Oven Baked Ribs
Now that you have meaty heaven waiting to be made, consider also making one of these tasty and refreshing side dishes!
- Corn Avocado Basil Salad– A fresh mix of sweet corn, creamy avocado, and fragrant basil tossed in a light, tangy dressing.
- Tangy Baked Beans– Slow-cooked and saucy with a bold, sweet-tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with any BBQ meal.
- Mexican Street Corn– Charred corn coated in creamy sauce, cotija cheese, and a squeeze of lime for that authentic street corn flavor.
- Classic Coleslaw with Homemade Coleslaw Dressing– Crisp cabbage and carrots tossed in a creamy, slightly sweet dressing that’s anything but boring.
- Cucumber Salad– Cool, crunchy cucumbers in a simple tangy-sweet vinaigrette that tastes like summer in a bowl.
- Oven Roasted Asparagus– Tender, lightly crisp asparagus spears roasted to perfection with olive oil and a sprinkle of salt.
Finger-lickin-good. If you need a fab recipe for baking baby back ribs in the oven that is full of flavor and happens to be ridiculously easy, I’ve gotcha covered. Here’s the printable recipe card. Enjoy, friends!
Easy Oven Baked Ribs
Oven Baked Ribs…the simplest recipe and method for baking pork baby back ribs in the oven. Only 3 ingredients needed! Finger licking good!
Ingredients
- 1 rack pork baby back ribs
- 3-4 tablespoons grill seasoning such as McCormick Smokehouse Maple Seasoning
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce such as Stubbs Original
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300° F. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Lay ribs onto the baking sheet. Score any tough membranes closest to the bony side of the ribs. Rub generously with grill seasoning. Cover with more foil and crimp edges of the bottom piece with the top piece.
- Bake 2-2 1/2 hours or until thoroughly cooked and tender.
- Remove from oven and baste one side of ribs with bbq sauce. Broil 2-3 minutes or until the sauce starts to brown. Flip over, baste the other side and broil again.
- Remove from oven, add more bbq sauce as needed, cut into pieces and serve.
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Notes
Storage Instructions
Let leftovers cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 300° F until warmed through. You can also freeze cooked ribs—wrap them tightly in foil and store for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.Nutrition
Calories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 18gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 572mgPotassium: 371mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 235IUVitamin C: 0.7mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 2.4mg
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FAQ
Do I Have To Remove The Silverskin Membrane On Ribs?
The silverskin membrane, is a tough layer on the the bone side of your ribs. Removing it allows the flavors to better penetrate the meat and also makes the ribs more tender, so I definitely recommend taking the time to do this.
Do I Have To Wrap Ribs In Aluminum Foil?
Wrapping ribs in aluminum foil helps trap the moisture in, resulting in a more tender final product. It also speeds up the cooking process a bit without affecting the tenderness and flavor. Bonus: it makes clean up a breeze!
What Is The Difference Between Baby Back Ribs and Spare Ribs?
Baby back ribs are from the top of the ribcage, near the backbone. They are smaller, leaner, and more tender with a delicate flavor. Spare Ribs come from the lower belly section of the ribcage, are larger, meatier, and have a stronger taste due to their higher fat content.
How Do I Reheat Ribs Without Drying Them Out?
While you might be tempted to microwave your leftover ribs, if you can be patient I highly recommend reheating them in the oven. Wrap your ribs in aluminum foil and bake at 300° F for about 20 minutes.
More Recipes to Try
- Balsamic Grilled Chicken
- Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
- Homemade Dinner Rolls
- Kale Salad with White Balsamic Dressing
- Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich
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I’ve made these ribs no less than 10 times and they always turn out fabulous. Thank you so much for this recipe – it’s my go-to recipe for baby back ribs now. I can’t believe that it’s so easy!
I looked at a bunch of St. Louis ribs recipes before selecting this one. It was as advertised…fall off the bone delicious!! The meat was tender but not overdone…not mushy, not stringy.
Each bite was delicious!
My family loved these ribs, and we shall be making them regularly.
Perfect timing my hubby loved it. Thank you so much
Best ever made. Yummy
That’s great to hear Linda! Thank you so much for your 5-star review! 🙂
Should have said cook meat side down
Came out so good. My hubby loved it. Mine was done at the 2hr and 15 min mark. Ribs are kinda expensive here in California but we just had to try it this way. Have to give it a try. You won’t regret it.
Does it have to be baby back ribs?
Making these this weekend for a special dinner. I have just 1 question. Can you prepare the Ribs the night before and put in fridge wraped in foil overnight. Then pull them out of fridge the next day and cook them.
I used my own spices and bbq sauce but the prep and cooking times were perfect for my first time cooking them! They turned out great
I always made ribs in the crockpot. I tried this for something different and haven’t looked back.
Do I wrap them back up in the tin foil while they are broiling?
Loved this. Family too.
Will make again. Thanks for sharing.
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Best ribs ever. My go to recipe. Thanks, Lauren.
I made this for the first time and me and my husband love it will do it again
Hi
Just wondering if after roasting in oven, can they be finished on grill ? Id like to make these for the 4th.
Thanks
yes, absolutely!
Fool proof, PERFECT ribs EVERY TIME!! My husband and I have played around with ribs for years, and since using this recipe, have now started eating them at LEAST twice a month! I will say that 2 hr 15 min. Has been the perfect timing for us! Thank you, thank you for what can only be described as PERFECTION!!,
The greatest recipe! These ribs come out PERFECT every time!
Five star times 100 love these !!
Oh my love a duck, these turned out amazing!!! Easiest ribs around and they fall off the bone!!! Thanks Lauren xoxo family thanks you too
Lauren , love the name since I was younger ,remember Lauren from Ralph Lauren ? Anyways. I’ll quit buttering you up.lol I would just like to say that you made me a believer. In this oven ribs recipe, I’ve always smoked ribs and I used my own rubs and such and firmly believed oven ???? Get a rope mentality ,we don’t do that here in Texas! You changed all that ! Thanks oh yeah I mainly went by your timing and temp. Whoch was spot on and compelled me to thank you! Came out awesome ! Shhhhhh !
These sound easy and delicious.Can you use it with regular spareribs,(they seem to be on sale more)? If so what is the adjustment on the cooking time etc.Thank you
Not only are these ribs easy to prepare, they are delicious! I have made them several times. Oh, by the way–the minimal cleanup is a BIG plus as well!
OMG! Didn’t give too much thought about this. I just happened upon your recipe(s) when I was searching for an old tried and true one that I had stored on my PC; so well, in fact that I couldn’t find it in my manic rush to find it. However, I DID happen upon your recipes and one thing led to another and I just know that this is going to be a marriage made in heaven!
Please let me introduce myself. I am an older lady, older by terms used in this new world we now live in and am currently living in SC, USA, however, I started this journey in my late 20s in 1984, when I met my NY-born hubby and moved to Kew Gardens in Queens from Baltimore, MD. It was long distance in the beginning, meeting in one of the most unusual ways (well, for that time anyways) on CompuServe CB, a “chat” room where everything was above board and simple, and life was a lot easier, but I digress.
So, without getting into too much detail, here I am today. Reading your blog. Loving your recipes. Admiring your lifestyle and living your life the way you want to, without apologizing for too much oil, or too much of anything. Wishing I had followed a similar path, but what is it that “They” say (the infamous “THEY”), “Life is what happens when you are making plans.” I have since had a MINI stroke shortly after moving here (SC), then a full blown stroke that I am still working on getting my thoughts gathered in a coherent fashion (how’s that working out?) 8^) I try.
Besides the ribs, I also made your, may I say Fantastic?!!! Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler as an afterthought since I had had a can of Pumpkin in my pantry and all of the other ingredients (in my former life I worked in the food industry–being and having been a girl scout I’ve learned to be prepared, not to mention reduce, reuse, and recycle. I really had no hope for your creation when reading the part about the water on TOP of the dough, but OMG (again) it did just as you promised, sinking down into the flour mixture creating both the gooey caramel syrup below the cake, which rose just like a usual cake would. I wasn’t disappointed.
THANK YOU, Lauren, for sharing your talent and persona with the World! I predict that you are going places that you never even dreampt you could reach!
Sincerely,
Ms. Flo
How long do you broil them for on each side?
Loved theses! The Smokehouse Maple seasoning was key. First time I tried Stubb’s, it’s now my favorite.
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Can you do this with regular ribs,not baby-back Are the instructions different thanks
Yes, regular ribs should work in the same way, just would need a little extra time in the oven.
You must buy and use the McCormick Smokehouse Maple Seasoning. This is the only seasoning I have been using on my ribs for a long time. Absolutely makes the best tasting ribs. I usually grill my ribs on low and on the top on the grill. This ioven method is an excellent method for making ribs in the winter. Love this method.
Excellent tips!
Hi Lauren,
My husband loves baby back ribs…on the smoker. He swears it’s the only way to cook ribs. Well…it so happened that I made these for dinner one night, he was on his way home from a work trip, he was amazed at the aroma coming from the kitchen. You should have seen his face when he tried the ribs! He loved them! They were so tender and tasty. Thanks to your delicious recipe now we cook the ribs two ways, on the smoker and in the OVEN!! LOL
This looks so delicious! Will definitely need to make soon.
These look to die for!!
My family loves ribs. This would be a great option for the colder months when access to the BBQ is not as available!
These look and sound Amazing!! I’ve only made ribs once before and despised removing the membrane!?. I’m going to have to give this recipe a try!
I made these awhile back and they were so easy and so good!! Thank you Lauren!
Hello, on a whim I decided to buy ribs at my local grocery store, I am not familiar with how to cook ribs, so I checked out Pinterest and found your recipe. OMgosh wonderful, the ribs tasted wonderful, the house had a great smell, warm and comforting.. This will be the family go to recipe. Thank you
Nevermind…saw the 2-3 minutes.
Mine are in the oven now! How long do I broil ? Novice cook here.
What can u sub for the rub I can’t seem to find it .
Any grill seasoning that you really like mixed with a little brown sugar 🙂
Lauren these are so good and couldn’t be easier!! Thanks for the recipe.
Having a large cookout and I would like to know if these ribs can be made a day before & reheated next day , Fay of the cookout, in the oven or a slow cooker?
Ribs are a favorite of mine and this recipe looks super simple AND delicious!! The best combo! Can’t wait to try it out 🙂
I’m going to try this – just bought some ribs!!
These look so good. I’m going to make them this weekend.
I made these last week and they are amazing!
Falls off the bone which is great but not ..as when you go to pick up one your left with bone in hand meat on plate..how do you keep it in tact??
These ribs look amazing! I will definitely be making these this week!
I made these last week! Easy and absolutely fall of the bone delicious! Thank you!!
Would this recipe works with boneless ribs? Sorry if this has been asked before.
just made them they are in the oven cant wait we are going to have corn on the cobb and artichokes
Have been cooking my ribs like this for years. They are the best! You will not be disappointed.
Have been cooking my ribs like this for years. They are the best! You will not be disappointed.
What is scoring the tough membrane on the bony side mean? I’m not much of a cook but these are begging me to make them.
Make little cuts on the backside if you notice some silver skin. It’s fine if you skip this step as well.
At what temperature do you set the oven for baking the ribs?
300.
Love your west Texas flair with your Stubbs BBQ sauce! 🙂
easy recipe and it looks like it will turn out great :), keep sharing
omg.they were so good. thanks for the recipe.
I’ve been making mine like this since I 1st saw your recipe on Yummly. And they always turn out perfect..!! I use to cook them backwards…Id get them pretty much done then turn the temperature down put the sauce on and cook uncovered basting every 10-15mins. But we like this a lot better!! I’ve got 2 cookie sheets in the fridge with the dry rub (I use a rub I also found on Yummly) doing it’s thing. Then I’ll baste with my Jack Daniels Sweet BBQ sauce. Tonight we’re having these ribs, my cowboy baked beans, milk boiled fresh corn on the cob & honey cornbread..!! Thanks for the great recipes!!
These look great, will try!!
Trying these tonite
I made mine using this method yesterday. Wow! We’re not allowed bbq’s in our condo complex but who needs one with this. The carmelization of the sauce with the broiler is a step not to be missed!
Before applying the rub, brush with some Kitchen Bouquet…..buy it at Gordon’s Food Service in the quart bottle…much cheaper…it turns the meat a nice dark color…also good for doing the same thing for chicken and turkey.
I don’t eat pork, will this work on beef ribs?
Lauren, I use to sell grills & a tip I use to give to buyers is when they were going to BBQ is to make sure your BBQ sauce is heated also or at least room temp. – or your meat will be a little tougher & sauce will stay on top & not soak into meat as well. Think of it like a man taking a cold shower, what happens to one of his physical parts when real cold water hits it?, well the your hot ribs & cold sauce will react the same way. I get your recipes on fb, so no need to send to my email.
Incredibly easy recipe with miraculous results. I’ve had ribs at some truly remarkable bbq joints, yet these took home top prize in my eyes. They were easy to make, and wonderfully delicious. Mine were so tender, they just fell into pieces when I was trying to flip them during the basting process. While that’s not necessarily a bad thing, I didn’t get the full-rack presentation that I was hoping for. They certainly made up for it in taste, though.
What temperature? 275°F?
Nevermind! I read it 3 times before seeing 300°F! 🙂
These are in the oven right now. Hubby works overnights so when he gets home he is always hungry. So we eat lunch around 11am ish…anyways they are smelling so yummy. Can’t wait to get them.
Yay! Hope you like them 🙂
This recipe is awesome!! I’m you biggest fan here in Chile, thanks a lot for sharing your delicious recipes with the worls, my husband was really happy yesterday with the baby back ribs. Thanks again!
Made these for our Labor Day barbeque. They were awesome! Fall off the bone good. So easy and I am happy I now have a foolproof way of making ribs 🙂
They look delish! Just wanted to share the paper towel trick for peeling off the membrane for those who might not know it. Slip the tip of a sharp knife under the membrane at one end of the rack to loosen a piece you can grab onto, then using a piece of dry paper towel grab the loosened corner and peel the membrane back. It’ll often come off in one piece! Easy Peasy! 🙂
Bah!! This is genius!
We LOVE ribs – can’t wait to try this recipe. THANK YOU!!
Made these last night and they were so good! I had no idea ribs were so easy! Ive had a rack of ribs in my freezer that I was so intimidated by! Thank you for the awesome recipe! Hubby asked for something special for dinner and I was able to deliver AND keep my sanity. Haha my ribs were st Louis style just in case someone is wondering if something besides baby backs would work. 🙂
Ribs are one of my favourite foods – those look great!!!!
Craving these right now!
Totally irresistible! I wish I had a plate of these right now!
I haven’t had ribs in so long, but now you’ve got me craving them! Yum!
Good
Mouth watering! Gotta have these!
I’m not sure where along the way Gossip Girl lost me but it did. Addicted at first as well.
Oh my goodness, these look so delectable! I don’t know how it is I have never made ribs at home…totally inspired to go make these now, thanks for the awesome recipe!
Oh spicy baked sweetness! I want to dig in and make a mess!
I like your spanish 😉 But seriously, I had no idea oven baked ribs were so EASY! Thanks, Lauren.
This is now the only way we make baby back ribs, we love them. Best part for me is when you want some BBQ in the middle of winter, these fit the bill!! Yummy!
One of the things I miss most about home are my dad’s barbecued ribs. I know these aren’t the same, but I’m most def going to have to give these babies a try.
Hang in there! You’re doing great!
Love these in the oven, they look amazing!