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Savory Smoked Brisket Burnt Ends with Coffee BBQ Rub

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Tender, smoky burnt ends glazed with a coffee-infused BBQ rub and caramelized to perfection, offering a bold, rich flavor with a crispy exterior and tender inside.

Ingredients

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  • 5 lbs beef brisket point cut
  • 2 tbsp finely ground coffee
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (dark brown preferred)
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • Wood chips (hickory, oak, or pecan)

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from the brisket point, leaving about 1/4 inch of fat for moisture. (10 minutes)
  2. In a bowl, combine ground coffee, brown sugar, smoked paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well. (5 minutes)
  3. Generously coat the brisket on all sides with the coffee BBQ rub. Pat it in and let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. (30 minutes)
  4. Preheat smoker or grill to 225°F. Add wood chips for smoke flavor. (15 minutes)
  5. Place brisket fat side up on smoker grates. Smoke until internal temperature reaches about 195°F, approximately 6-8 hours.
  6. Remove brisket and let rest for 20 minutes. Cut the point section into 1-inch cubes (burnt ends). (20 minutes)
  7. Toss cubes in BBQ sauce and honey or maple syrup. Place in foil pan and return to smoker for 1-2 hours until caramelized and sticky.
  8. Remove burnt ends, let cool slightly, and serve. (10 minutes)

Notes

Keep smoker temperature steady between 225-250°F to avoid drying out the meat. Spritz burnt ends with apple cider vinegar or water every 30 minutes during the glaze phase if they start drying out. Use finely ground coffee to avoid gritty texture. Rotate pan halfway through glaze phase for even caramelization. Let brisket rest before cubing to retain juices.

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