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Easy Honey Ham Glaze Recipe with Brown Sugar and Mustard Perfect for Holidays

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A quick and easy honey ham glaze combining brown sugar, honey, and mustard to create a sweet, tangy, and sticky finish perfect for holiday hams.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200 grams) brown sugar (light or dark, organic preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) honey (raw or regular)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) Dijon mustard (or whole grain mustard)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) apple cider vinegar (optional but recommended)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cloves, and water. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
  3. Place a fully cooked ham (6-8 pounds) in a roasting pan and score the surface in a diamond pattern about 1/8 inch deep.
  4. Using a basting brush, spread a generous layer of the glaze all over the ham, making sure to get into the scored lines.
  5. Bake the ham uncovered, brushing on more glaze every 15-20 minutes for about 1 to 1 ¼ hours to build a sticky, caramelized crust.
  6. If the glaze starts to darken too quickly, tent the ham loosely with foil to prevent burning.
  7. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach about 140°F (60°C) for safe serving.
  8. Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Do not rush the basting process; regular brushing creates the signature sticky-sweet finish. Score the ham surface about 1/8 inch deep to help glaze penetration but avoid cutting too deep. Let the ham rest after baking to keep it juicy. Keep extra glaze for serving as a drizzle. For gluten-free, ensure mustard and brown sugar are certified gluten-free. Variations include adding orange juice or zest, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, or substituting honey with maple syrup.

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Keywords: honey ham glaze, brown sugar glaze, holiday ham, easy ham glaze, mustard glaze, Christmas ham, sweet and tangy glaze

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