Brisket Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes

You just can’t have a cookout without deliciously moist brisket! And these hearty Brisket Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes will take center stage. Tender brisket smoked low and slow for over 8 hours is generously stuffed into baked sweet potatoes and topped with tangy barbecue sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, chives, and an optional dollop of sour cream. They are a must for your next BBQ.

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I have a long history with sweet potatoes. I remember my grandfather would always come back from his garden with them — on a daily basis. And no matter what was served as the main course, he would always make his dinner plate with a baked sweet potato on the side. After taking my first bite off of that buttery sweet potato off his plate (we got away with that when we were younger), I was sold from then on.

And while sweet potatoes are great as a solo act, they are even better when they’re stuffed with tender barbeque brisket. It takes this recipe to a new heights. The slight sweetness from the roasted sweet potatoes and the smokiness from the brisket is a match made.

Plus, sweet potatoes are loaded with nutritional benefits so it makes eating them a win-win.

Ingredients you’ll need to make your stuffed sweet potatoes:

• Let’s start with the brisket. I used a 10 lb. grass-fed beef brisket “point cut” from my local butcher for this recipe. Below you’ll find more details on what to look for when buying a brisket and a few tips and tricks on preparing it for its low and slow cooking process.
• To season my brisket, I keep things simple. This is one of those recipes where too much may ruin it. A combination of Brown Sugar Bourbon Seasoning, basil flakes, garlic powder, black pepper, and Himalayan pink salt. Let the meat shine!
• Aside from the brisket, the sweet potatoes are the star of the show. Start with a many as you need, but normally 6-8 sweet potatoes are plenty for a small cookout.
• When your sweet potatoes and brisket are all ready to go, you can add on those optional toppings. A few of my favorites are butter, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, sour cream, chives, and Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce.

Tips when buying, preparing, and smoking your brisket:

The Size: A whole brisket is typically more than 12 pounds, but your butcher can cut it per your request. I went with 10 pounds because for a cookout you are feeding several hungry folks. I wouldn’t go too much smaller than this if you’re planning to do the same. For reference, a 14-pound brisket can feed 25-30 people. So buy what you need. A general rule of thumb: buy a 1/2 pound for every person you are serving.

The Cut: There are two cuts when it comes to brisket. The “point cut” carries most of the marbling and fat, and the “flat cut” is more uniform and topped with a thick cap of fat (this keeps the meat moist while smoking). The flat is the cut you normally find at your grocer, and it makes up a majority of the brisket. If you go for the flat cut, grab the one that’s most uniform in size, and that includes the fat cap. This will ensure even cooking throughout.

A quick tip: The flat is great for slicing and the point is perfect for those tasty burnt ends and shredding for sandwiches.

I love the “point cut”! I actually grew up calling this “loose cut.” It is so rich because it has more fat and texture than the flat. But since many people grew up eating the flat cut, when in doubt, go that route.

Shanna Jones

The Trim: The fat cap is a much-required part of the brisket, but too much if it is just that — too much. A cap that is too thick will not render properly while smoking. So when buying your brisket, go for the fat cap that is 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick (if you’re buying the flat cut).

The Smoke: I use a Pit Boss Pellet Grill, and I smoke my 10-pound brisket for a total of 8-10 hours at 250-275 degrees Fahrenheit. I preheat it with the lid closed to reach my starting temperature. The brisket is placed fat side down directly on the grill grate and is smoked for 4 hours. I then wrap the brisket in foil and finishing smoking for another 4-6 hours. After 8 to 10 hours of smoking, I can promise you the wait will not leave you disappointed. You have that nice create char on the outside, but the insides will be juicy and tender like no other.

Smoking Brisket & Baked Potato FAQs:

Smoked brisket is the holy grail of barbecued meats. When done right, it will be the most tender, juicy, and flavorful piece of meat you have ever enjoyed. These Brisket Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes are what your next cookout needs! Buttery sweet potatoes stuffed with juicy and tender brisket topped off with shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream? Who wants to sign up?

Have some leftover brisket? Then you should definitely try my BBQ Brisket Twice Baked Potato, Fully Loaded Brisket Tater Tots, BBQ Brisket Pizza, Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwich, or my Brisket Mac & Cheese.

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