The Perfect Recipe for Canadian Maple Apple Butter BBQ Ribs

Tender pork ribs coated in authentic Canadian maple syrup and topped with Cluck & Squeal Maple Apple Butter BBQ Sauce—a true taste of Canadian BBQ.

Bring the taste of Canada to your backyard with this rib recipe that celebrates two things we’re famous for: Cluck & Squeal Rib Formula Seasoning and BBQ Rub and our NEW signature Cluck & Squeal Maple Apple Butter BBQ Sauce. Slow-cooked, glazed, and finished with a kiss of apple-butter sweetness, these ribs are the perfect blend of smoky BBQ and authentic Canadian flavour.

1. Prep & Season

1. Pick your favourite cut of pork ribs. Trim as needed, and remove the membrane if you prefer a cleaner bite.
2. For extra adhesion, lightly brush on mustard—it helps the seasoning stay put.
3. Generously coat the ribs with Cluck & Squeal Rib Formula BBQ Rub, a Canadian-made seasoning crafted for perfect BBQ flavour.
4. Let the ribs marinate for 1–2 hours so the seasoning can work its magic.

2. Low & Slow Cooking

1. Cook the ribs low and slow using your favourite method—smoking, grilling, or oven roasting all work.
2. Add a touch of competition flair by wrapping the ribs with butter during the cook.
3. Want a little kick? Sprinkle on Cluck & Squeal Tasty Hot Smoked Chilli Blend for an extra layer of smoky Canadian heat.

3. Maple Glaze & Bark

1. Once the ribs are tender, brush on pure amber Canadian maple syrup for a glaze that caramelizes beautifully.
2. Dust with a little more Rib Formula to deepen the sweet-savory bark.
3. Return the ribs to the cooker for 5–10 minutes until the glaze sets into a sticky, smoky crust.

4. Finish with Maple Apple Butter BBQ Sauce

This is where the Canadian twist shines. Our Maple Apple Butter BBQ Sauce, slow-simmered with real maple syrup, farm-crafted butter, and velvety apple, makes the perfect finish.

Option 1 – The Change Up: Rest, slice, and serve ribs with warm Maple Apple Butter Sauce on the side for dipping.

Option 2 – The Finish Glaze: Brush on a final coat of Maple Apple Butter Sauce and return to the cooker for 2–3 minutes until it sets glossy and rich.

👉 Serve with extra sauce at the table—this is a Canadian BBQ classic in the making.