Brown Sugar Dijon Corned Beef Brisket (Oven-Baked)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 corned beef brisket (about 2 lbs)
¼ cup brown sugar (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (optional, adds great tang)
Aluminum foil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Trim brisket of excess fat if desired.
Rub the brisket all over with Dijon mustard (if using), then coat generously with brown sugar.
Wrap tightly in aluminum foil to seal in juices.
Bake in a baking dish or sheet for 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Tips:
For extra caramelization, unwrap during the last 10–15 minutes of baking.
Delicious served with roasted veggies, cabbage, or on rye bread for sandwiches.