The recommended slow cooking time for beef brisket is generally between 7 to 10 hours on low heat or 4 to 6 hours on high heat, depending on the size of the brisket and the recipe specifics. For example, one popular method is to slow cook a brisket on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, checking for tenderness with a fork and cooking longer if needed. Another common range is 8-10 hours on low or 6 hours on high for about a 2 to 3-pound brisket. The key is cooking until the brisket is tender and easily pulled apart with a fork.

Typical Slow Cooking Times

• Low: 7 to 10 hours (often preferred for best tenderness)
• High: 4 to 6 hours (faster, but requires more attention)

Key Tips

• Use low heat for a tender, melt-in-your-mouth brisket.
• Check tenderness by piercing with a fork; it should pull apart easily.
• Rest the brisket after cooking, slicing against the grain for best texture.

These times apply to most slow cookers and brisket weights around 3-5 pounds. Adjust time based on brisket size and cooker performance.