Cherry Dijon Glazed Ham
Elevate your holiday table with the irresistible Cherry Dijon Glazed Ham, a show-stopping centerpiece bursting with sweet and savory flavor. This recipe transforms a classic bone-in spiral-cut ham with a glossy, caramelized glaze made from unsweetened cherry preserves, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and a hint of ground cloves. The balance of tang from apple cider vinegar and the gentle warmth of garlic powder creates a perfectly rich, fruit-forward glaze that complements the tender, juicy ham. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, this stunning main course is as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect for festive gatherings or special occasions, this crowd-pleasing dish pairs beautifully with classic holiday sides for a meal that’s as memorable as it is mouthwatering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pounds bone-in spiral-cut ham
- 1 cup unsweetened cherry preserves
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Place the ham in a large roasting pan, flat-side down. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil to keep the ham moist while baking.
Bake the ham in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes (or about 10-12 minutes per pound if using a larger ham).
While the ham is baking, prepare the glaze. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherry preserves, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cloves, garlic powder, and water.
Stir the glaze mixture until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce begins to simmer, about 3-5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes to slightly thicken.
After 1 hour and 30 minutes of baking, remove the ham from the oven and carefully uncover it. Using a basting brush, generously coat the ham with half of the cherry Dijon glaze.
Return the ham to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 20-30 minutes, basting with the remaining glaze every 10 minutes, until the glaze is caramelized and shiny.
Once the internal temperature of the ham reaches 140°F (60°C), remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm and enjoy your Cherry Dijon Glazed Ham with your favorite holiday sides!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5998 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.7 g | 268% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.6 g | 363% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1814 mg | 605% | |
| Sodium | 44607 mg | 1939% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.5 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 196.3 g | ||
| Protein | 762.3 g | 1525% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 498 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 34.5 mg | 192% | |
| Potassium | 10410 mg | 221% | |
*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.
