Get ready for the ultimate twist on classic comfort food with these Dr Pepper Barbecue Sloppy Joes Every bite brings sweet and tangy barbecue flavor balanced by soft golden buns They are a reliable hit at family gatherings and so easy that they go from pan to table in 25 minutes You will love how the cola base brings depth to every savory spoonful with a satisfying touch of nostalgia
My favorite thing about these sloppy joes is how the Dr Pepper sauce makes every bite special My whole family requests this recipe for game nights and it never disappoints
- Lean ground beef: The heart of the filling Use 85 percent lean for the best flavor without too much grease
- Granulated garlic: Delivers a gentle garlic kick while blending smoothly Choose fresh for the brightest taste
- Kosher salt: Draws out the flavors and helps browning Look for flakes that are bright and crumbly
- Black pepper: Brings a little background heat Use freshly cracked for more aroma
- Diced onion: Sweated gently for subtle sweetness and savoriness Go for a firm onion with shiny skin
- Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce: The signature flavor Choose a high quality barbecue sauce with real cola for that layered tang
- Buns: Soft bakery style buns hold up well without getting soggy A light toast adds just the right texture
Step by Step Instructions
- Brown the Beef:
- Add ground beef to a large skillet set over medium high heat Season with granulated garlic kosher salt and black pepper Cook the meat stirring often until you see a deep golden brown crust starting to develop on the bits of beef This is what builds that hearty meatiness Slower browning means richer flavor so patience is worth it
- Add Onions:
- Drop in the diced onions once the beef is nearly cooked Keep stirring so the onions melt into the mixture Cook until they turn glossy and soft and the beef gets a little crispy in spots This will take about 3 to 4 minutes The onions will get sweeter the longer they cook
- Simmer with Sauce:
- Reduce the heat to low then pour in the Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce Stir everything well so every bit of beef and onion is coated Simmer for five minutes letting the flavors marry The sauce will slightly thicken and cling to the meat creating that signature sloppy mix
- Warm Through:
- Once everything is combined you can keep the mixture warm right on the stove or transfer it to a slow cooker on the warm setting for serving later This keeps things juicy and ready when you are
- Serve:
- Spoon generous scoops of the saucy beef onto fresh buns Serve immediately while hot and enjoy every sweet and smoky bite For even more flavor toast the buns before filling
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