Description
This Baked Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze is a standout dish that brings irresistible flavor with simple preparation. Perfect for holiday feasts or family gatherings, it’s a comforting centerpiece that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 lb bone-in spiral cut ham
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Cooking spray
- Fresh herbs and fruit for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and prepare a baking pan with cooking spray.
- Melt butter in a saucepot and mix in brown sugar, orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon, and nutmeg until thick and syrupy (5-7 minutes).
- Place ham cut side down in the pan and pour half the glaze over it, covering with foil.
- Bake for 2 hours at 350 degrees F, then remove the foil to reveal a caramelized top.
- Brush remaining glaze over the ham, then raise the oven temperature to 400 degrees F.
- Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the glaze is golden and bubbly.
- Transfer to a serving platter, garnish, and serve.
Notes
Keep the ham covered tightly with foil during the initial bake to prevent drying out.
Let the ham rest for 15 minutes after baking for optimal moisture retention.
Try adding a splash of whiskey or bourbon to the glaze for an extra kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg