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Easter Ham With Brown Sugar

This traditional brown sugar glazed Easter ham creates an unforgettable centerpiece that combines simple ingredients with time-tested techniques for a sweet-savory crust that glistens at your holiday table.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easter Ham, Brown Sugar Ham, Holiday Ham, Glazed Ham, Easter Dinner
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Resting Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 310kcal

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Pastry Brush
  • Saucepan
  • Probe Thermometer

Ingredients

Ham and Glaze

  • 1 spiral-cut ham 8-10 pounds
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice optional
  • 1/4 cup water for the roasting pan

Instructions

  • Remove the ham from refrigeration 1-2 hours before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature.
  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  • Place the ham cut-side down in a large roasting pan and cover loosely with foil. Add 1/4 cup of water to the bottom of the roasting pan.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, melted butter, and pineapple juice (if using). Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Place the foil-covered ham in the preheated oven. Bake for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 100-110°F (38-43°C).
  • Remove the ham from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Discard the foil covering.
  • Using a pastry brush, generously coat the entire surface of the ham with about 1/3 of the brown sugar glaze, working it between the slices as well.
  • Return the glazed ham to the oven, uncovered, and bake for 15 minutes.
  • Remove and apply another 1/3 of the glaze. Return to oven for another 15 minutes.
  • Apply the remaining glaze and bake for a final 15 minutes until the glaze is caramelized and slightly crispy at the edges.
  • Remove from the oven and let the ham rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For a more complex flavor profile, you can substitute half the brown sugar with coconut sugar.
If your glaze starts to darken too quickly, tent the ham loosely with foil while continuing to cook.
This glaze can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
For best results, use a silicone brush to apply the glaze between the spiral cuts of the ham.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 1120mg | Potassium: 420mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1.8mg
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