Ham Baked with a Georgia Peach Glaze
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this Ham Baked with a Georgia Peach Glaze, a show-stopping centerpiece for your next gathering. This recipe pairs a juicy, bone-in ham with a luscious glaze made from fresh Georgia peaches, brown sugar, honey, and warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. The ham is scored to ensure the rich glaze seeps into every bite and basted throughout the baking process for a beautifully caramelized crust. A touch of apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard adds subtle tanginess, complementing the sweetness of the luscious peach glaze. With minimal prep time and step-by-step directions, this tender and flavorful dish will serve up to 12 people and make your holiday table unforgettable. Serve it with extra peach glaze on the side for an irresistible finishing touch! Perfect for Easter, Thanksgiving, or any special occasion, this recipe is a true celebration of Southern flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pounds bone-in, fully cooked ham
- 4 fresh peaches
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.33 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon cloves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Place the ham in a large roasting pan with the cut side facing down. Use a sharp knife to score the ham, making shallow diagonal cuts across the surface to form a diamond pattern. This will help the glaze penetrate the meat.
Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the roasting pan to keep the ham moist during cooking. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 90 minutes.
While the ham is baking, prepare the peach glaze. Start by peeling and pitting the peaches, then chop them into small pieces.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped peaches and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
To the peaches, add the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cinnamon, and cloves. Stir well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes. The peaches should release their juices, and the mixture will thicken slightly.
Remove the saucepan from heat and use an immersion blender (or a food processor) to blend the glaze until smooth. Set it aside.
After the ham has cooked for 90 minutes, remove the foil and brush a generous layer of the peach glaze all over the surface of the ham.
Return the uncovered ham to the oven and bake for an additional 60 minutes, basting with more glaze every 15 minutes. This will create a caramelized crust on the outside.
Once the internal temperature of the ham reaches 140°F (60°C), remove it from the oven. Allow it to rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
Serve the ham with the remaining peach glaze on the side for extra flavor. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.3 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 183 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 3693 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.3 g | ||
| Protein | 64.5 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1046 mg | 22% | |
*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.
