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Flavorful Smoked Brisket Recipe with Easy Bold Coffee Rub for Tender Meat

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A bold and simple smoked brisket recipe featuring a rich coffee rub that creates a tender, flavorful crust. Perfect for last-minute gatherings and outdoor cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 pounds whole beef brisket flat or point cut, trimmed of excess fat but leaving a thin layer for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons finely ground coffee (freshly ground if possible)
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt (Diamond Crystal preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Wood chips or chunks (hickory or oak recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or mustard (to help the rub stick)

Instructions

  1. Trim the brisket, removing any thick fat cap but leaving about 1/4 inch for moisture and flavor. Trim silver skin or hard fat spots.
  2. In a bowl, combine ground coffee, smoked paprika, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Stir until evenly blended.
  3. Lightly coat the brisket with olive oil or mustard to help the rub adhere. Generously massage the coffee rub all over the brisket.
  4. Preheat the smoker or grill for indirect heat to 225°F (107°C). Add wood chips or chunks for smoke flavor.
  5. Place the brisket fat side up on the smoker grate. Close the lid and smoke for about 4-5 hours, spritzing with apple cider vinegar or beef broth every hour to keep moist.
  6. When the internal temperature reaches around 160°F (71°C) and the meat hits the stall, wrap it tightly in butcher paper or foil. Smoke for an additional 2-3 hours.
  7. Check for doneness when the internal temperature reaches 195-203°F (90-95°C) and a probe slides in with little resistance.
  8. Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest wrapped for at least 1 hour to redistribute juices.
  9. Slice the brisket thinly against the grain into 1/4 inch thick slices and serve.

Notes

Use small-curd ground coffee to avoid gritty texture. Maintain a steady smoker temperature of 225°F. Spritz brisket hourly to keep moist. Rest brisket for at least 1 hour wrapped to retain juices. Butcher paper preferred over foil for wrapping during stall. Hickory or oak wood chips recommended for smoke flavor.

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