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Finished Family Favorite Glazed Ham, caramelized and ready to serve for a family meal.

Family Favorite Glazed Ham


  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 mins

Description

This Family Favorite Glazed Ham is a succulent, sweet, and irresistible centerpiece perfect for holidays or special occasions. Made with a caramelized glaze of brown sugar, honey, and spices, this ham is juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. Follow this easy recipe for a show-stopping dish that will impress your family and guests!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 (8-10 lb) fully cooked bone-in ham
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ½ cup pineapple juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Pat ham dry and score in a diamond pattern.
  2. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, honey, mustard, vinegar, and spices to make the glaze.
  3. Brush half the glaze over the ham, cover with foil, and bake for 1.5 hours.
  4. Uncover, brush with remaining glaze, and bake 30 more minutes until caramelized.
  5. Let rest before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add pineapple juice to the glaze.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for later use.
  • Adjust spices to taste—add cayenne for heat or bourbon for depth.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hours

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (4 oz)
  • Calories: 280 Kcal
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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