Sweet Sticky Ham Glaze
Transform your holiday ham into a show-stopping centerpiece with this Sweet Sticky Ham Glaze recipe. Bursting with the rich flavors of brown sugar, honey, and Dijon mustard, this glaze is perfectly balanced by a splash of tangy pineapple juice and apple cider vinegar, with warm notes of cinnamon and cloves adding depth. Crafted in just 10 minutes, this silky glaze thickens to perfection before being brushed generously over a cooked ham, creating a glossy, caramelized coating that’s broiler-perfect for a sweet, sticky finish. Whether you’re planning a festive feast or a special Sunday dinner, this easy ham glaze guarantees a flavorful upgrade that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, pineapple juice, and apple cider vinegar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.
Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt to balance the flavors.
Continue heating the mixture and bring it to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the unsalted butter, stirring until it melts and incorporates smoothly into the glaze.
Reduce the heat to low and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the glaze cool for 5 minutes. The glaze will thicken a bit more as it cools.
Use a pastry brush to generously coat your cooked ham with the glaze, ensuring even coverage all over.
For a caramelized finish, place the glazed ham under a broiler for 3-5 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Serve the ham immediately, or allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Reserve any extra glaze for drizzling on individual slices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1283 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2613 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.5 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 246.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 350 mg | 7% | |
*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.
