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As the festive season approaches, many of us start to plan our holiday feasts, and one dish that often steals the spotlight is the succulent glazed ham. If you're looking to add a touch of elegance and flavor to your holiday table, our Sweet & Sticky Brown Sugar Ham Glaze is the perfect choice. This delightful glaze combines the rich sweetness of brown sugar and honey with the tangy notes of Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar, creating a mouthwatering finish that elevates your ham to new heights. Whether you’re hosting a grand family gathering or a cozy dinner, this recipe is simple to prepare and guarantees to impress your guests with its delicious taste and glossy appearance.

Brown Sugar Ham Glaze Recipe

Add a festive touch to your holiday meal with a Sweet & Sticky Brown Sugar Ham Glaze! This easy-to-make glaze blends rich brown sugar, honey, tangy Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar for a mouthwatering finish that transforms your ham into the star of the show. Impress your guests with succulent flavors and an elegant presentation. Perfect for any holiday gathering or cozy dinner. #HolidayCooking #HamGlaze #FestiveRecipes #SweetAndSticky #CulinaryDelight
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Ingredients
  

1 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup honey

1/4 cup Dijon mustard

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional: 1/4 cup orange juice or zest for a citrus twist

Instructions
 

In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

    Add the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, black pepper, salt, and optional orange juice or zest. Stir well to combine.

      Allow the glaze to simmer for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

        Remove from heat and let the glaze cool for a few minutes before using. It will thicken further as it cools.

          Preheat your oven if you're glazing a pre-cooked ham (follow package instructions if needed).

            Brush the glaze generously over the ham, using a pastry brush. Reserve some glaze for basting during the cooking process.

              Bake the ham according to the package instructions, basting with the reserved glaze halfway through the cooking time.

                Once finished, let the ham rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

                  Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 8-10