Jul 14 2026

Burnt Ends Recipe

Time10h
Serves6

Made from the brisket point, double-smoked for a flavorful delicacy.

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Ingredients

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Brisket and Rub

Method

Preparation and Cooking

  1. 1

    Prepare the Brisket

    Trim excess fat from the brisket point and season generously with a rub made from brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.

  2. 2

    Marinate

    Place the seasoned brisket in a covered container and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

  3. 3

    Preheat the Smoker

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).

  4. 4

    Smoke the Brisket

    Place the marinated brisket point in the smoker and smoke for about 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).

  5. 5

    Double Smoke

    Once the brisket is done, remove it from the smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes before cutting it into cubes.

  6. 6

    Final Cook

    Toss the cubed brisket in BBQ sauce and return to the smoker for an additional 1-2 hours to caramelize the sauce.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Remove burnt ends from the smoker and serve hot with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

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