Brisket Burnt Ends

written by BBQ & Grilling Recipes | March 28, 2025

Ingredients

3 pounds smoked brisket point
½ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
½ tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne
¼ cup BBQ sauce, plus more for dipping

Directions

After the point has been smoked and removed from the brisket, cut into 1-inch cubes and arrange in a single layer in an aluminum foil pan.

Mix the dry spices together and sprinkle over the meat. Toss to coat evenly.

Pour the BBQ sauce over the burnt ends and toss again. Use just enough BBQ sauce to coat the meat.

Return to the smoker, uncovered, at 225F for about 1 hour, stirring halfway through the smoking time.

Remove from the smoker and serve with additional BBQ sauce.