Glazed Ham Balls
Savor the perfect blend of sweet and savory with these irresistible Glazed Ham Balls, a crowd-pleasing recipe that’s both comforting and elegant. Made with a flavorful combination of ground ham, ground pork, and a touch of onion powder for depth, these tender meatballs are baked to golden perfection. A luscious glaze crafted from brown sugar, tangy apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard adds a glossy caramelized finish that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds. Ready in under an hour, this versatile dish works beautifully as a party appetizer or a main course when served with your favorite sides. Easy to make yet packed with bold flavors, these glazed ham balls are guaranteed to be the highlight of any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups ground ham
- 1 cup ground pork
- 1 cup cracker crumbs
- 0.75 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground ham, ground pork, cracker crumbs, milk, egg, onion powder, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly until evenly combined but do not overmix, as this can make the meatballs dense.
Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the ham balls in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time for even browning.
While the ham balls are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, whisk together the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and water.
Bring the glaze mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sugar has dissolved and the glaze has slightly thickened.
After the initial 20 minutes of baking, remove the ham balls from the oven. Brush each meatball generously with the glaze.
Return the glazed ham balls to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the glaze has caramelized slightly and the ham balls reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and allow the ham balls to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm as an appetizer or alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2916 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.0 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.6 g | 193% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 709 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 8074 mg | 351% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 260.8 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.8 g | ||
| Protein | 168.8 g | 338% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 526 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1956 mg | 42% | |
*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.
