Baked Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze
Baked ham with brown sugar glaze is a classic dish that combines sweet and spiced flavors to enhance the savory richness of ham. The glaze creates a caramelized coating that adds depth and warmth to every bite. As the ham bakes, the glaze infuses it with a balance of citrusy brightness, subtle spice, and rich sweetness, making it a favorite for holiday feasts and special occasions.
Ingredients
- Spiral sliced ham
- brown sugar
- orange juice
- honey
- cinnamon
- ground mustard
- ground cloves
Make the Glaze
Using a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar and other spices. Add the orange juice and honey and mix well. Place the saucepan over low heat and cook for three to four minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Pour the glaze over the ham while spreading it all over with a pastry brush.
Cover the ham with aluminum foil and bake.
Baked Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze
Ingredients
- 10 lb bone in spiral sliced ham
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup orange juice
- ½ cup honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground mustard
- ½ tsp ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a saucepan, combine all the glaze ingredients and cook over low heat for 3-4 minutes.
- Place the ham on a piece of aluminum foil on the rack in the roasting pan. Pour the glaze over the ham. With a basting brush, brush the glaze all over the ham.
- Bake for 2½ hours. (15 minutes per pound or until 140° internally)