Smoke-Roasted Beef Brisket with Coffee-Chili Rub

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

Slow-smoked beef brisket infused with a rich coffee and chili spice rub, delivering deep smoky flavors and tender meat. This American-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 405 minutes, pairs beef brisket, ground coffee, chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 5 lbs beef brisket
• 2 tbsp ground coffee
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups soaked apple wood chips

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Combine 2 tbsp ground coffee, 1 tbsp chili powder, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tbsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper in a bowl; mix well to create the rub.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 5 lbs beef brisket with paper towels, then evenly coat it with the spice rub, pressing firmly to adhere; let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
3. Step 3: Preheat your smoker to 225°F using indirect heat and add 2 cups soaked apple wood chips for smoke.
4. Step 4: Place the brisket fat side up on the smoker grate, close the lid, and smoke for about 6 hours until internal temperature reaches 195°F, replenishing wood chips every hour.
5. Step 5: Remove the brisket and wrap tightly in foil; let rest for 1 hour before slicing against the grain into 1/4-inch thick slices and serving.