Cranberry Glaze for Ham
Add a burst of festive flavor to your holiday table with this luscious Cranberry Glaze for Ham! Made with fresh cranberries, tangy orange juice, rich maple syrup, and a hint of warm spices like cinnamon and cloves, this glaze strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tart. A touch of Dijon mustard adds depth and a subtle tang, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the glaze reaches the ideal consistency. Perfect for brushing over your baked ham during the final minutes of roasting, this vibrant glaze caramelizes beautifully, adding a glossy, flavorful finish. Serve extra on the side as a dipping sauce to delight your guests. Quick and easy to make in just 20 minutes, this versatile cranberry glaze is a must-try for your next holiday feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 0.75 cups brown sugar
- 0.25 cups maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.25 cups water
- 1 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the mixture begins to thicken slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch to form a slurry.
Pour the slurry into the saucepan while stirring constantly to ensure even distribution.
Continue to cook the glaze for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Strain the glaze through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother texture, or leave it chunky for a more rustic style.
Brush the cranberry glaze generously over your cooked ham during the last 20-30 minutes of baking, letting it caramelize slightly in the oven.
Serve any remaining glaze on the side as a sauce for dipping or drizzling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.9 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 737 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.5 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 185.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 703 mg | 15% | |
*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.
