Ham Glaze Recipe
This easy ham glaze adds a perfect balance of sweetness and spice to baked ham. Made with brown sugar, honey, mustard, and warm spices, it caramelizes beautifully for a mouthwatering holiday centerpiece.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 1 ½ cups of glaze 1x
- Category: Sauces & Condiments
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard (or yellow mustard)
- ¼ cup orange juice (or pineapple juice)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves (or allspice)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients over medium heat.- Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture starts to simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before using.
- Brush the glaze generously over a fully cooked ham during the last 20-30 minutes of baking. Reapply every 10 minutes for a deeper flavor and caramelization.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of bourbon or maple syrup.
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, simmer for a few extra minutes or add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with water.
- This glaze works great on ham steaks, pork chops, or even roasted vegetables!
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