Maple Glazed Ham with Cherry Mustard Sauce
Maple Glazed Ham with Cherry Mustard Sauce is the perfect centerpiece for your next family gathering or festive occasion. This dish features a succulent bone-in ham, drizzled with a sweet and sticky maple glaze, complemented by a zesty cherry mustard sauce. It’s not just a meal but an experience that delights the senses, creating memorable moments with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bone-in ham (6–8 pounds)
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp whole cloves
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and ground ginger until smooth.
- Insert whole cloves into scored sections of the ham. Generously drizzle half of the maple glaze over the ham.
- Place the ham in a roasting pan with water, cover with aluminum foil, and bake for about 1 hour.
- Remove foil halfway through to allow caramelization.
- For the cherry mustard sauce, simmer cherries with remaining glaze in a saucepan until thickened.
- Let the ham rest before slicing and serve drizzled with cherry mustard sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Experiment with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for added warmth. Substitute apricot preserves for cherry mustard for a different flavor twist. Store leftovers wrapped tightly in plastic wrap for up to five days.