Apple Glazed Beef Brisket
Tender, juicy, and aromatic, this Apple Glazed Beef Brisket is the ultimate centerpiece for any comfort food feast. Slow-cooked to perfection, the brisket is infused with a rich medley of flavors, from the smoky kick of paprika to the tangy sweetness of apple cider and honey. The combination of caramelized onions, tender apples, and fresh thyme creates a cozy, farmhouse-inspired aroma that fills your kitchen. As a finishing touch, a thick apple glaze—made with brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and butter—is brushed over the brisket, creating a glossy, caramelized crust that’s utterly irresistible. Perfect for family gatherings or Sunday dinners, this recipe’s melt-in-your-mouth texture and harmonious balance of sweet and savory flavors will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Beef brisket
- 1 tbsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 2 cups Apple cider
- 0.25 cups Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cups Honey
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Yellow onion, sliced
- 1 Apple, thinly sliced
- 5 Fresh thyme sprigs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder to create a dry rub.
Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and coat it evenly with the dry rub on all sides.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for 4-5 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust forms. Remove the brisket and set it aside.
In the same pot, add the sliced onions and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the sliced apples and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Deglaze the pot by pouring in 1 cup of apple cider and scraping up any browned bits. Turn off the heat.
Add the brisket back into the pot, fat side up. Surround it with the cooked onions, apples, and thyme sprigs.
Pour the remaining 1 cup of apple cider and the apple cider vinegar over the brisket. Cover the pot tightly with a lid or foil.
Place the pot in the preheated oven and cook for 4 hours, basting the brisket with pan juices every hour.
While the brisket is cooking, prepare the apple glaze. In a small saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons of butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
After 4 hours, remove the pot from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Brush the apple glaze generously over the brisket. Return the pot to the oven, uncovered, and cook for an additional 30 minutes, basting with the glaze once halfway through.
Remove the brisket from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing against the grain.
Serve the brisket with the cooked apples, onions, and pan juices for a flavorful, hearty meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.8 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 2074 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.9 g | ||
| Protein | 67.8 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 899 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
