Cranberry Glazed Ham
Cranberry Glazed Ham - A succulent, spiral-cut bone-in ham warmed gently to retain moisture, then finished with a sticky, sweet, and tangy glaze made from fresh cranberries, orange zest, warm spices, and maple syrup. The perfect ruby-red centerpiece for a holiday table.
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Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 82kcal
INGREDIENTS
The Meat
- 1 8-10 lbs Bone-in, Spiral-Cut Half Ham
- 1 cup Apple Cider or Water (for the roasting pan)
The Cranberry Glaze
- 12 oz Fresh or Frozen Cranberries 1 bag
- ¾ cup Packed Light Brown Sugar
- ½ cup Real Maple Syrup
- ½ cup Orange Juice (freshly squeezed is best)
- 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
- 2 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon Ground Cloves
- ½ teaspoon Ground Ginger
- 1 cup Chopped Pineapples optional (for topping)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare the Ham: Remove ham from refrigerator 1 hour before cooking. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Unwrap the ham and place it, flat/cut-side down, in a large roasting pan. Pour the apple cider or water into the bottom of the pan. Cover the pan tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil to create a seal.
- Warm the Ham: Bake for approximately 12-15 minutes per pound, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads about 125°F (50°C).
- Make the Glaze: While the ham bakes, combine all glaze ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have burst and the mixture has thickened into a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat.
- Glaze and Caramelize: Remove the ham from the oven. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Carefully remove and discard the foil. Brush half of the cranberry glaze generously over the ham, using the brush to push glaze between the spiral slices.
- Final Roast: Return the uncovered ham to the oven. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove, baste with remaining glaze and pan juices, and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the glaze is bubbly, dark red, and caramelized. Internal temperature should reach 140°F (60°C).
- Rest: Transfer the ham to a serving platter. Tent loosely with foil and let rest for at least 20 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Serve with any remaining pan juices on the side. Top with some diced Pineapples, Cranberries and Rosemary springs to make it a show stopper for holiday dinner table! Enjoy!!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Cranberry Glazed Ham
Amount Per Serving
Calories 82
Calories from Fat 1
% Daily Value*
Fat 0.1g0%
Saturated Fat 0.02g0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.04g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g
Sodium 35mg2%
Potassium 51mg1%
Carbohydrates 16g5%
Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugar 15g17%
Protein 0.2g0%
Vitamin A 30IU1%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Calcium 9mg1%
Iron 0.2mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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