Glazed Baked Ham
Elevate your holiday table with the irresistible allure of Glazed Baked Ham, a show-stopping centerpiece that's as delicious as it looks! This recipe transforms a bone-in, fully-cooked ham into a masterpiece with a glossy, golden glaze featuring rich brown sugar, velvety honey, tangy Dijon mustard, and a warm symphony of spices like cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. The ham is first oven-baked to succulent perfection, then slathered with the aromatic glaze and finished at high heat to achieve caramelized, sticky brilliance. The scored diamond pattern not only adds visual elegance but ensures every bite is infused with flavor. Perfect for gatherings, this savory-sweet crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with your favorite sides and can serve up to 10 guests. Whether for Christmas, Easter, or any festive occasion, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a centerpiece that’s unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pounds bone-in fully cooked ham
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Place the ham, cut side down, in a large roasting pan and pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the pan.
Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 2 hours (or about 15 minutes per pound) until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
While the ham is baking, prepare the glaze: In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground ginger.
Heat the glaze over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Set aside.
Once the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F, remove it from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).
Remove the foil from the ham and carefully score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern using a sharp knife.
Brush half of the glaze over the ham, making sure to get it into the scored areas.
Return the ham to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and sticky.
Halfway through this time, brush the remaining glaze over the ham.
Remove the ham from the oven and allow it to rest for at least 15 minutes before carving and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.0 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 218 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 4501 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.2 g | ||
| Protein | 76.2 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1059 mg | 23% | |
*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.
