Fall Off The Bone Ribs

ByTammi 06/17/201304/10/2025 Updated on04/10/2025

No one can resist Slow Cooker Fall Off The Bone Ribs, beer barbecue style! These are the best slow cooker ribs ever, which starts with an award winning dry rub. Thick, rich BBQ taste that you can’t help but get all over the face.

cooked ribs with bbq sauce, sesame seeds, and green onions on it.

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If you love Slow Cooker Fall Off The Bone Ribs, my fellow meat lovers should also try this Slow Cooker Cherry Coke Pulled Pork. I also have a feeling that you’re going to love this Buffalo Chicken Dip, it’s the best appetizer dip recipe!

When I think of the best ribs I ever had, I can close my eyes and imagine my Dad, he sure loved his ribs. Yet, not just any ribs, it had to be made the way my Mom did. She really did have the most delicious recipes, and she made me a total rib fan. Good ‘ol country-style ribs!

Unfortunately, I cannot find my Mom’s original recipe, even though I know it used to home with all the others in her cherished Recipe Box. Yet, it has to be a really good version, or it just wouldn’t do for my own family.

Award Winning Dry Rub For Ribs

The best dry rub for ribs is by using the following perfect blend of ingredients to make a seasoning mix: paprika, onion powder, sugar, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

You can combine in a bowl and rub all over the surface of the meat. While you can sear immediately, you can also leave the rub on at room temperature for an hour before searing.

This easy slow cooker ribs recipe is ideal for family dinners to game day. Thanks to the crock pot, you can also make this recipe on a busy day. I love using baby back ribs, it seems everyone like this type.

This homemade dry rub hasn’t been changed for year because I wouldn’t mess with a great thing. Plus I haven’t found another quite like this best rib rub recipe. It has a unique flavor, one that can’t be beat.

You might also like our Instant Pot BBQ Ribs Recipe.

Why You’ll Love these Ribs

I recall my Mom telling me once is that the key to great ribs is to tenderize, sear the outside and then slow cook. So, I watched her with interest as she would boil, fry and complete the slow cooking process

Sure, there was a few extra steps in there, and I’m not entirely convinced they are absolutely necessary. Yet they were darn good ribs, and I am still not about to argue with such a great recipe.

The recipe I use today for the best fall of the bone ribs is as much as I can recall from hers, yet I’m sure I’m missing an ingredient or two. I sometimes boil baby back pork ribs until they turn grey, just like she did. An easy recipe, yet a bit tedious. Yet there’s a reason and that is to make the most tender ribs ever.

If you love crock pot bbq ribs, this will become your new favorite. Winter or Summer, no one can resist these tender crock pot ribs, just like our Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna!

Also try our Slow Cooker Pulled Pork in Dr. Pepper!

Ingredients and Substitutions

Ribs – I like to use baby backs. When possible I use a pork rack of ribs.
Spice – I use a blend of paprika, onion Powder, granulated sugar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Can Beer – You can also use beef stock (beef broth) or a can of root beer for the braising liquid. You have the same options when making our Beer Can BBQ Chicken.
BBQ Sauce – or your own homemade bbq sauce. You can even use our Homemade Keto BBQ Sauce.

As always, the full ingredients and recipe for this slow cooker short ribs recipe is on the printable recipe card at the end of this post.

How to Make Slow Cooker Fall Off The Bone Ribs

STEP 1 not pictured – Combine seasonings for the dry rub in a small bowl. Cut ribs into sections and roll pieces in the mixture until coated and place on a baking sheet or plate.

STEP 2 not pictured – Add choice of oil to a frying pan or cast iron pan, and preheat to medium high heat. You can also do the searing on the outdoor grill.

ribs cooked in the slow cooker with a can of beer and barbecue sauce.

STEP 3 – Sear seasoned spare ribs for about 2 minutes on each side. Place ribs in slow cooker and pour beer over ribs. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours.

STEP 4 – Mix together BBQ sauce (I personally like to use Original Sweet Baby Rays, it’s my favorite barbecue sauce for ribs) and honey and add to the crockpot. You can also use our Keto Friendly BBQ Sauce Recipe. Cook for 2 hours on high or 4 hours on low temperature. As you can see, this recipe cook time is versatile, yet slow is always preferred for best results.

STEP 5 – When done, plate your ribs and garnish with sesame seeds and/or chopped green onion or chives. Enjoy the best slow cooker bbq ribs ever!

Looking for another pork recipe to try? These French Onion Pork Chops are amazing! For another mouthwatering rib recipe, try these Sticky Asian Ribs – they are sweet and savory!

Best Side Dishes to Serve with Slow Cooker Ribs

There are so many sides that you can serve with this best ribs ever recipe, a fantastic main dish. It really depends if we’re having a casual dinner or special occasions. Here are a few of our personal favourites to accompany crockpot ribs through the years:

Storage

Place leftover ribs in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. I have found that even the next day, these are still delicious ribs.

Recipe FAQ

How long do you cook short ribs in the slow cooker?

I like to cook short pork ribs in the slow cooker for 4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low

What beer goes with short ribs?

I personally would use any brand of beer such as a stout beer or dark beer. I don’t personally think there’s a best beer to use. You can even use beef stock or root beer if you’d like.

More Slow Cooker Recipes

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