Description
Sweet Glazed Ham Delight is a show-stopping centerpiece perfect for any festive occasion. This succulent ham, drizzled with a rich, sweet glaze made from brown sugar and honey, will fill your kitchen with enticing aromas that draw family and friends to the dinner table. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dish promises unforgettable flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bone-in ham (8–10 lbs)
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Place the bone-in ham in a large roasting pan.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, ground cloves, and pineapple juice until smooth.
- Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern and pour half of the glaze over it.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and baste with remaining glaze every 20 minutes until caramelized (about 30 minutes).
- Let rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (227g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 1800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg