If you've never had a BBQ Sundae before, you're in for a treat.
This fun twist on a traditional ice cream sundae swaps out the sweet stuff for layers of classic barbecue favorites. Served in a mason jar, these BBQ Sundaes are loaded with smoky baked beans, creamy coleslaw, cheesy mac and cheese, and tender chopped brisket.
Whether you're hosting a backyard cookout, Fourth of July party, tailgate, or family gathering, these BBQ Sundaes are guaranteed to get people talking.
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Why I Love This Recipe
- Easy to assemble for parties and events
- Great way to use leftover brisket or pulled pork
- Customizable with your favorite BBQ sides
- Fun and unique presentation that always gets attention
Ingredients
- Baked beans
- Coleslaw
- Macaroni and cheese
- Chopped brisket
- BBQ Sauce
- Sliced jalapeños for garnish
See recipe card for quantities.
How to make BBQ Sundaes.
To assemble your BBQ Sundaes, start by adding a layer of baked beans to the bottom of each mason jar, creating a sweet and smoky foundation.
Next, add a layer of creamy coleslaw, which provides a cool, crunchy contrast to the rich barbecue flavors.
Spoon a generous layer of warm mac and cheese over the coleslaw, then pile on the chopped smoked brisket. Finish each sundae with a drizzle of your favorite barbecue sauce and a few sliced jalapeños for color and a touch of heat.
If you're serving these for a patriotic holiday like the Fourth of July, top each jar with a mini American flag for a fun and festive presentation.
If you're looking for recipes for the Sundae items I have you covered.
"So much better than a regular sundae. Its bbq in a jar!"
- Kyle Stafford (Via Instagram)
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Variations and Substitutions
- Pulled pork: Swap the brisket for smoked pulled pork and finish with your favorite sweet BBQ sauce.
- Load it up: Add pickles, crispy onions, bacon bits, or shredded cheese between layers.
- Make it spicy: Mix jalapeños into the mac and cheese and finish with a spicy barbecue sauce. My buffalo chicken Mac and cheese would go great!
These BBQ Sundaes are one of those recipes that always steals the show. They combine everything people love about barbecue into one fun, portable serving.
The layers look impressive, the flavors work perfectly together, and they're guaranteed to be a conversation starter at your next cookout.
Whether you're celebrating the Fourth of July, hosting a backyard barbecue, or simply looking for a creative way to serve brisket and sides, give these BBQ Sundaes a try. Just don't be surprised when everyone comes back for seconds.
BBQ Sundae Recipe
These BBQ Sundaes are layered with baked beans, coleslaw, Mac and cheese, and smoked brisket in a mason jar! The ultimate tailgating recipe and perfect for holidays like the Fourth of July.
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups baked beans, warmed
- 2 cups prepared coleslaw
- 2 cups prepared macaroni and cheese, warmed
- 3 cups chopped brisket, warmed
- ½ cup bbq sauce
- 1 jalapeno, thinly sliced
- 6 mini American flags (optional)
Instructions
- Add about ⅓ cup of baked beans to the bottom of each mason jar.
- Layer approximately ⅓ cup of coleslaw over the beans.
- Add a later of warm Mac and cheese.
- Top each Sunday with ½ cup of chopped smoked brisket or pulled pork.
- Drizzle bbq sauce over the top and garnish with sliced jalapeños if desired.
- For a festive presentation place a mini American Flag on top or garnish with something fun that's appropriate for the holidays.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch or dinner
- Cuisine: American BBQ
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