Slow Cooker Beef Brisket with Beer BBQ Sauce

This Slow Cooker Beef Brisket recipe just may surprise you with its list of ingredients, but trust me when I tell you after your first bite, you'll be hooked!!

What's better than a slow-cooked meal that's ready to eat, when you're ready to eat it?

Not to mention the fact that in the warmer summer month's the heat is contained and not steaming up the kitchen. Win. Win.

**Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making beef brisket in the slow cooker is available at the end of this post. OR you can hit the "jump to recipe" button (found above) to be taken directly to the recipe. 

This recipe was originally shared in 2013. This post has been updated with additional information, including a recipe card complete with nutritional information, but the recipe itself has remained unchanged.

The ingredient list:

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• beef brisket
• beer
• onions
• garlic powder
• chili powder
• smoked paprika
• garlic, minced
• bay leaves
• sriracha
• cocktail sauce
• brown sugar
• cornstarch

Kitchen tools and equipment:

• 8-quart slow cooker
• chef's knife
• cutting board
• garlic press (optional)
• measuring cups and spoons

Why this recipe works:

If you're one of those people who think that slow cooker foods are not as fancy and drool-worthy as other forms of cooking, just feast your eyes on what's coming.

I think you just might have a change of heart, and it could not have been easier to make.

Trust me when I tell you, it was mighty good eating, and fancy enough for company!

How to make slow cooker beef brisket with beer BBQ sauce:

• Add the seasoned brisket to the slow cooker, cutting it (if needed) to fit.
• Add sliced onions, garlic cloves, and bay leaves.
• In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the beer, sriracha, cocktail sauce, brown sugar, and water.
• Pour the sauce mixture over the brisket in the cooker, cover, and cook on high for 4-5 hours (or low for 7-8 hours).
• Remove the beef brisket from the cooker, and use a slotted spoon to remove the onions (if desired). Keep warm.
• Transfer 3-4 cups of the cooking liquid to a small stockpot and bring to a simmer.
• In a small cup stir together 2 tablespoons of water and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.
• Add the cornstarch mixture to the stockpot and cook, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens.
• Slice the brisket across the grain and pour the sauce with the onions over top.
• Serve.

Can this brisket be made in a Dutch oven instead?

Yes!

Follow the exact same instructions up until it comes time to set the slow cooker.

Preheat the oven to 325-degrees, and once ready, slide the (covered) Dutch oven beef brisket into the preheated oven and cook for 3 hours.

Continue the recipe (as written) to thicken the beer BBQ sauce on the stovetop.

Complete menu options for this beefy main course:

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Below is the printable recipe card along with the exact ingredient measurements and nutritional information for making today's super flavorful beef brisket dinner for the slow cooker.

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I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's slow cooker beef main course as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

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