How Long Do You Smoke Brisket?

How many hours per pound does it take to smoke a brisket?

Checking the Temperature While Smoking

To achieve the best results, I cook the beef brisket at 225 degrees for about 1 hour and 15 minutes per pound.

How long do you smoke a 3 pound brisket?

The 3 Things to Remember About Great Brisket

  • Give yourself plenty of time. While the actual cook time varies with each brisket, you should allow at least 1 hour and 15 mins per pound of brisket when the cooking temperature is set to 250°F.
  • Get your gear ready.
  • Allow plenty of time to rest.

How do you smoke the perfect brisket?

The damp wood smolders and permeates the brisket with smoke. You can also offset the heat by raking the coals to opposite sides of the pit. Cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours per pound, at a temperature between 200 and 250 degrees, adding both dry and soaked wood chips as necessary to keep the temperature consistent.

What temperature do you smoke brisket to?

The ideal temperature of a properly smoked brisket is 195°F, but keep in mind that the internal temp of the brisket can increase by 10 degrees even after it’s been removed from the grill. The last thing you want is to overcook your brisket, which results in dry, chewy meat.