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Sweet and Smoky Homemade Brown Sugar BBQ Rub

This sweet pork rub with brown sugar and various pantry spices creates a flavorful bark on any meat you smoke, whether pork butt, ribs, or chicken.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Spice Mix
Cuisine: American
Calories: 36
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Method
 

  1. Measure all ingredients into a medium bowl, ensuring there are no clumps in the brown sugar.
  2. Whisk thoroughly to combine, breaking up any remaining clumps with your fingers if necessary.
  3. Transfer the finished rub to an airtight container like a mason jar or spice container.
  4. Store in a cool, dark place until ready to use (up to 3 months for best flavor).

Nutrition

Calories: 36kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 473mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g
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