Maple Brown Sugar Glaze for Ham
Transform your holiday ham into a show-stopping centerpiece with this irresistibly rich Maple Brown Sugar Glaze. Crafted with the perfect balance of pure maple syrup, rich brown sugar, and a touch of warm spices like cinnamon and cloves, this glaze delivers a sweet, savory, and aromatic coating that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. A hint of Dijon mustard and vanilla extract adds depth and complexity, while the optional cornstarch ensures a glossy, thick consistency. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make glaze is brushed onto your ham during the final stages of baking for a golden, sticky-sweet finish that will have guests reaching for seconds. Whether you're preparing a holiday feast or a special family dinner, this glaze is the ultimate upgrade for perfectly glazed ham.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup, brown sugar, unsalted butter, Dijon mustard, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture continuously until the sugar dissolves and the butter melts, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and water. Stir to combine.
Allow the glaze to simmer gently for another 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to thicken slightly.
If you prefer a thicker glaze, dissolve 1 teaspoon of cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the glaze. Let it cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the glaze from heat and let it cool slightly.
Brush the glaze generously over the surface of your ham during the last 30 minutes of baking, basting every 10 minutes for a flavorful, caramelized coating.
If you have leftover glaze, serve it alongside the ham as a sweet-and-savory sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
930 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.1 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 382 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.0 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 176.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 118 mg | 3% | |
*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.
