Description
Sweet and Smoky Maple-Glazed Ham is the ultimate showstopper for any gathering. This dish combines tender, bone-in ham with a rich glaze made from pure maple syrup and smoky paprika, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for holidays or family dinners, this ham not only tantalizes the senses but also brings loved ones together, making each bite a cherished memory.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (7-10 lb) bone-in ham, fully cooked
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light)
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, brown sugar, smoked paprika, Dijon mustard, ground cinnamon, and water until smooth.
- Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.
- Brush half of the glaze over the scored ham.
- Pour water into the roasting pan and place the ham inside.
- Bake for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes or until heated through, basting every 30 minutes with remaining glaze.
- Let rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg