Baked Ham with Balsamic Brown Sugar Glaze

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Baked Ham with Balsamic Brown Sugar Glaze
160 min.
12
623kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Baked Ham with Balsamic Brown Sugar Glaze, a dish that promises to elevate any meal occasion. Perfectly suited for lunch, dinner, or any festive gathering, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is a crowd-pleaser that serves up to 12 people. Imagine the aroma of a succulent, fully cooked smoked ham wafting through your kitchen as it bakes to perfection, creating a centerpiece that will have everyone eagerly anticipating the feast.

The star of this dish is the rich balsamic brown sugar glaze, which adds a sweet and tangy depth to the savory ham. With just a handful of simple ingredients, including brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of ground mustard, you can create a glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven, resulting in a glossy finish that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

Whether you're hosting a holiday dinner, a family gathering, or simply looking to impress your loved ones with a homemade meal, this baked ham is sure to be a hit. Serve it alongside your favorite sides, and watch as it becomes the highlight of the table. With a preparation time of just over two hours, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the company of your guests while this delicious dish bakes to perfection. Get ready to savor every bite of this mouthwatering main course!

Ingredients

  • pound ham smoked gluten-free bone-in fully cooked
  • cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard 
  • slices cranberry-orange relish 
  • serving maraschino cherries 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F.
  2. Place ham, fat side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan. Insert meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of ham and does not touch bone or rest in fat. Cover loosely and bake 1 hour 15 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes or until thermometer reads 135°F (13 to 17 minutes per pound).
  3. About 20 minutes before ham is done, remove from oven.
  4. Pour drippings from pan.
  5. Remove any skin from ham.
  6. Mix brown sugar, vinegar and mustard; pat or brush on ham.
  7. Bake uncovered 20 minutes longer.
  8. Cover ham loosely and let stand about 10 minutes or until thermometer reads 140°F.
  9. Garnish with orange slices and cherries.

Nutrition Facts

Calories623kcal
Protein32.02%
Fat55.99%
Carbs11.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.88
Glycemic Load
0.06
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
21.076956806866%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.32mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:622.97kcal
31.15%
Fat:38.07g
58.56%
Saturated Fat:13.56g
84.78%
Carbohydrates:18.34g
6.11%
Net Carbohydrates:18.29g
6.65%
Sugar:18.07g
20.08%
Cholesterol:140.61mg
46.87%
Sodium:2697.36mg
117.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:48.98g
97.95%
Vitamin B1:1.36mg
90.98%
Selenium:51.89µg
74.12%
Vitamin B3:10.14mg
50.72%
Phosphorus:487.14mg
48.71%
Vitamin B6:0.87mg
43.52%
Zinc:5.28mg
35.17%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.52%
Vitamin B12:1.45µg
24.19%
Potassium:677.66mg
19.36%
Iron:2.12mg
11.77%
Magnesium:45.31mg
11.33%
Vitamin B5:1.06mg
10.64%
Vitamin D:1.59µg
10.58%
Copper:0.2mg
9.94%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.49%
Calcium:32.18mg
3.22%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.6%
Folate:7.47µg
1.87%