Strawberry Glazed Ham
Transform your holiday centerpiece into a show-stopping masterpiece with this Strawberry Glazed Ham. This recipe combines the smoky richness of a 7-pound bone-in ham with a luscious homemade glaze made from fresh strawberries, honey, and hints of balsamic vinegar and Dijon mustard. Enhanced with warm spices like cinnamon and cloves, the glaze delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory, while keeping the ham irresistibly moist and flavorful. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple steps like basting the ham for a glossy finish, this dish is ideal for festive gatherings or special dinners. Serve it warm with the remaining glaze for a fruity twist that will leave your guests savoring every bite. Perfect for Easter, Christmas, or any celebratory occasion, this Strawberry Glazed Ham is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 7 lbs bone-in smoked ham
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup honey
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp cloves
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and position the oven rack to the lower-middle section.
Place the ham, cut-side down, in a large roasting pan. Add 1/4 cup of water to the bottom of the pan to keep the ham moist during baking. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 90 minutes.
While the ham bakes, prepare the strawberry glaze. In a medium saucepan, combine fresh strawberries, brown sugar, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, ground cinnamon, and cloves.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Once the strawberries begin to soften, mash them lightly with a fork or a potato masher to release their juices.
Allow the mixture to simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. Stir in the butter until melted and well incorporated. Remove from heat and strain the glaze through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother consistency. Set aside.
After 90 minutes of baking, remove the ham from the oven and discard the foil. Brush a generous layer of the strawberry glaze all over the ham.
Return the ham to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 45–60 minutes, basting with more glaze every 15 minutes. The ham is ready when it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
Once cooked, remove the ham from the oven and tent loosely with foil. Allow it to rest for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm, drizzled with any remaining strawberry glaze. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.6 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.6 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1808 mg | 603% | |
| Sodium | 38512 mg | 1674% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 318.2 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 296.1 g | ||
| Protein | 669.8 g | 1340% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 530 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 28.8 mg | 160% | |
| Potassium | 9356 mg | 199% | |
*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.
