Brown Sugar and Orange Glaze for Ham
Elevate your holiday ham with this irresistibly sweet and tangy Brown Sugar and Orange Glaze. Crafted with the perfect balance of freshly squeezed orange juice, vibrant orange zest, rich brown sugar, and a hint of warm spices like cinnamon and cloves, this glaze delivers a delightful caramelized finish that's sure to impress. A touch of honey and Dijon mustard add depth, while creamy butter ensures a smooth, luscious texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, this glaze is perfect for brushing over your ham as it bakes, creating a golden, glossy coating that's bursting with citrusy warmth in every bite. Ideal for festive gatherings or Sunday dinners, this recipe brings out the best in any ham.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, orange juice, and orange zest.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the honey, Dijon mustard, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves to the saucepan, stirring to combine.
Simmer the mixture gently for 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the unsalted butter until melted and the glaze is smooth.
Allow the glaze to cool slightly before brushing it generously over your ham.
Bake the glazed ham according to your ham’s specific instructions, brushing additional glaze over the surface every 15-20 minutes for an even, caramelized finish.
Let the ham rest for 10-15 minutes after baking before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
131 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 41 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 94 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
