Slow-Cooker Spiced Beef Brisket With Cranberries
A tender, spiced beef brisket braised with cranberries in a tart reduction, slow-cooked to fork-tender perfection. This hearty dish balances rich meat flavors with bright fruit acidity, ideal for festive gatherings or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 480
- Total Time: 510
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Modern American
Ingredients
4 lbs beef brisket
2 cups fresh cranberries
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
1 cup beef broth
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
Trim fat cap to 1/4 inch thick
Combine brown sugar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to create a dry rub
Coat brisket evenly with the rub and massage into the meat
Place brisket in the slow cooker fat-side up
Scatter cranberries around the sides of the brisket
Add beef broth to the slow cooker
Cook on low heat for 8 hours
Remove cinnamon sticks after cooking
Notes
Use flat-cut brisket for even cooking
Frozen cranberries can substitute fresh
Fresh garlic cloves may be added if preferred
High-quality beef broth enhances flavor depth
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 140mg