Ham Glaze Ideas

Honey Glazed Ham:

Ingredients:

1/2 cup honey

1/4 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Pinch of ground cinnamon

Instructions:

In a small saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cloves, and cinnamon.

Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the glaze is smooth, about 3-5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Brush the glaze over your ham during the last 30 minutes of baking, allowing it to caramelize and create a flavorful crust.

Maple-Bourbon Glaze:

Ingredients:

1/2 cup maple syrup

1/4 cup bourbon

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper until well combined.

Brush the glaze over the ham during the last 30 minutes of baking, allowing it to infuse the ham with sweet and savory flavors.

For an extra burst of flavor, baste the ham with the glaze every 10-15 minutes.

Orange-Cranberry Glaze:

Ingredients:

1/2 cup orange marmalade

1/4 cup cranberry sauce

2 tablespoons brown sugar

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon orange juice

Zest of 1 orange

Instructions:

In a saucepan, combine orange marmalade, cranberry sauce, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, orange juice, and orange zest.

Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is heated through and the flavors are well combined, about 5-7 minutes.

Brush the glaze over the ham during the last 30 minutes of baking, allowing it to caramelize and create a sticky, tangy coating.

Enjoy these flavorful glazes with your Easter ham, and may they add a delightful twist to your holiday feast!