This recipe for Baked Ham with Sweet Glaze will leave your taste buds tingling with delight. The succulent ham is coated in a flavorful sweet glaze that caramelizes beautifully as it bakes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a centerpiece dish that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for holidays or special occasions, this ham is sure to become a favorite in your household. Prepare to indulge in a tender, moist, and sweet glazed ham that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
- 1 (10-pound) fully cooked bone-in ham
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Place the ham in a shallow roasting pan, fat side up.
- Using a sharp knife, score the top of the ham in a diamond pattern, about 1/4 inch deep.
- In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cloves, and ground cinnamon.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the glaze is smooth and the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes.
- Pour half of the glaze over the ham, making sure to coat the entire surface.
- Cover the ham with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Remove the foil and brush the ham with the remaining glaze.
- Continue baking uncovered for another 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the ham reaches 140°F (60°C).
- Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
