Apple Cider Glazed Ham
Apple Cider Glazed Ham is a show-stopping dish that blends savory and sweet flavors, perfect for any festive occasion. This succulent ham, coated in a luscious apple cider glaze, promises to elevate your dining experience and impress your guests with its mouthwatering aroma and beautiful presentation. Ideal for celebrations or cozy family dinners, this recipe is simple enough for novice cooks to master, creating lasting memories around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 bone-in ham (8–10 pounds)
- 2 cups fresh apple cider
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 8 whole cloves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine apple cider, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, pineapple juice, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Stir until slightly thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.
- Brush half of the glaze over the ham and cover tightly with foil. Roast for 1 hour.
- Remove foil, baste with remaining glaze, and roast uncovered for an additional 30-45 minutes until caramelized and heated through (internal temperature should reach 140°F).
- Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting half of the apple cider with orange juice. To avoid dryness when reheating leftovers, slice portions and warm them gently in the oven.