Sweet Glazed Ham Delight
Sweet Glazed Ham Delight is a show-stopping dish that elevates any meal with its perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. This succulent ham, coated in a delicious glaze, creates an inviting aroma that will have your guests flocking to the table. Ideal for holidays or casual gatherings alike, this recipe is simple enough for novice cooks yet impressive enough to wow seasoned chefs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 2 hours
- Total Time: 4 minute
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bone-in ham (about 8–10 lbs)
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup pure honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- 1 cup pineapple juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Remove the ham from packaging and place it on a roasting rack in a shallow pan. Score the surface in a diamond pattern.
- In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, ground cloves, and pineapple juice until well combined.
- Generously apply half of the glaze mixture over the scored ham.
- Bake for about 15 minutes per pound, basting with the remaining glaze every 30 minutes until heated through (internal temp should reach 140°F/60°C).
- Let rest for 20 minutes before slicing and serving with your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (8 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing crushed pineapple into the glaze. Feel free to substitute brown sugar with maple syrup for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days and reheat at 350°F.