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Baked Ham with the Best Glaze

Baked Ham with the Best Glaze for a Show-Stopping Feast

This Easy Glazed Baked Ham with Apricot Honey Brown Sugar Glaze is the star of any holiday gathering, featuring a delicious glaze and effortless preparation.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ham
  • 10-15 lbs fully cooked bone-in ham spiral-cut for easy slicing
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup apricot preserves or peach preserves as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed) light or dark varieties work
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter

Equipment

  • roasting pan
  • medium saucepan
  • Pastry brush
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Allow the ham to sit at room temperature for 2 hours and preheat your oven to 325°F. Line a roasting pan with foil.
  2. Combine apricot preserves, honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and unsalted butter in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium, whisking until smooth and thick.
  3. Place the ham cut side down in the pan and apply 1/3 of the glaze. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 10-11 minutes per pound until internal temperature reaches 110°F.
  4. Increase oven temperature to 425°F, remove foil, and brush another 1/3 of the glaze over the ham's surface. Bake uncovered for 10 minutes.
  5. After 10 minutes, brush the remaining glaze over the ham and roast for another 10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 130-135°F.
  6. Transfer the ham to a serving dish and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing. Strain pan juices and spoon over slices before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1500mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure your ham reaches an internal temperature of 130-135°F for juicy results. Use foil during the first baking stage to trap moisture.

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