Description

A tender, juicy ham coated in a rich maple bourbon glaze that’s sweet, smoky, and irresistibly caramelized—perfect for holidays or special gatherings.

Ingredients

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1 whole bone-in ham (8–10 lbs), fully cooked
1 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup bourbon
1 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and position a rack in the lower third.
Remove packaging and place ham cut-side down on a roasting rack. Score the surface in a diamond pattern about 1/2 inch deep.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine maple syrup, bourbon, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and cloves. Stir until sugar dissolves and simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and whisk in butter.
Brush the scored surface of the ham with half of the glaze. Cover loosely with foil.
Bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours (10–12 minutes per pound), uncovering every 30 minutes to baste with more glaze.
During the last 30 minutes, remove foil and brush on remaining glaze. Continue baking until sticky and golden, and internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
Remove from oven and let rest for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
Slice thinly and drizzle any extra glaze from the pan over the top before serving.

Notes

If the glaze thickens too much, warm it slightly before basting again. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with apple juice or vanilla extract. Make the glaze a day ahead to save time. Brush on a final layer of warm glaze before serving for extra shine.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (
Calories: 300
Sugar: 18
Sodium: 950
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 20
Protein: 28

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