Cranberry Orange Ham
Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of Cranberry Orange Ham, a show-stopping centerpiece perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions. This bone-in spiral-cut ham is baked to perfection and bathed in a luscious glaze made with cranberry sauce, freshly squeezed orange juice, aromatic orange zest, and a delightful blend of warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. The addition of honey and brown sugar creates a beautifully caramelized finish, while Dijon mustard adds a subtle kick for a well-rounded flavor profile. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple steps, this recipe delivers a juicy, tender ham with a glossy, festive glaze that will impress your guests. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh orange slices and cranberries, for a stunning presentation that tastes as amazing as it looks. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any celebratory meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pounds bone-in spiral-cut ham
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (jellied or whole berry)
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Place the ham in a large roasting pan, cut side down, and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
Bake the ham in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, allowing it to heat through.
While the ham is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the cranberry sauce, orange juice, orange zest, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and pepper.
Heat the glaze mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture begins to simmer. Remove from heat and set aside.
After the ham has baked for 60 minutes, remove it from the oven and carefully uncover the foil.
Brush the ham generously with the cranberry orange glaze, ensuring that the entire surface is coated.
Return the ham to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 45-60 minutes, basting with more glaze every 15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
Once the ham is fully heated and caramelized, remove it from the oven and tent it with foil to rest for 10-15 minutes.
Slice the ham and serve warm, garnished with fresh orange slices and cranberries if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 3730 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 63.5 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 872 mg | 19% | |
*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.
