
Maple Smoked Turkey Breast
A juicy, maple-brined turkey breast smoked until golden — perfect for a smaller holiday gathering or Sunday dinner.
Prep
15 min
Cook
180 min
Total
215 min
Servings
8
Difficulty
medium

Ingredients
Turkey
Maple Brine
Glaze
Instructions
Brine overnight
Dissolve salt and maple syrup in warm water, add aromatics. Cool completely, then submerge turkey breast. Refrigerate 12-24 hours.
Prep
Remove from brine, rinse, and pat very dry. Rub with oil or butter. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Smoke
Smoke at 275°F with maple or cherry wood for about 3 hours, until internal temperature reaches 155°F.
Glaze
Mix maple syrup, melted butter, and thyme. Brush turkey during the last 30 minutes of smoking.
Rest
Remove at 160°F (carryover will bring it to 165°F). Rest for 20 minutes tented with foil before carving.
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