Maple Glazed Ham
Maple Glazed Ham is a show-stopping dish that combines the savory richness of ham with a sweet, sticky maple glaze. This delightful recipe fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma and transforms any meal into a festive occasion. With its glossy finish and flavor-packed ingredients, it’s perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, leaving everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (6-8 lb) Fully Cooked Bone-In Ham
- 1 cup Pure Maple Syrup
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 3 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- Fresh Rosemary for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Brush half of the glaze over the scored ham and reserve the other half.
- Place the ham in a roasting pan lined with foil and bake, covered loosely with foil, for 1 hour.
- Uncover, baste with reserved glaze every 15 minutes, and bake for an additional 30-45 minutes until caramelized and heated through (internal temp should reach 140°F).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 113g
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added flavor variations, swap maple syrup with honey or incorporate spices like nutmeg. - Leftover ham can be stored in aluminum foil in the refrigerator for up to five days.