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Easter Ham

Savory Easter Ham with Brown Sugar-Marmalade Glaze Delight

This delectable Easter ham features a sweet and tangy brown sugar-marmalade glaze, making it a festive centerpiece for your holiday feast.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and helps create a caramelized glaze
  • 1 cup Orange Marmalade Provides a delicious citrusy tang
  • 0.25 cup Dijon Mustard Adds a sharp note to balance the sweetness
For the Ham
  • 6-8 pounds Fully Cooked Bone-In Ham Juicy and flavorful centerpiece
  • 2 tablespoons Whole Cloves Stud the ham for aromatic flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • roasting pan
  • Probe Thermometer
  • mixing bowl
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, orange marmalade, and Dijon mustard to make the glaze.
  3. Score the ham in a diamond pattern and insert whole cloves.
  4. Place the ham in a roasting pan and cover loosely with foil. Bake for 2 hours.
  5. Brush glaze on the ham after reaching 130°F and bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes more.
  6. Let the ham rest for 10-20 minutes before carving.
  7. Carve the ham and serve with remaining glaze drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Allow the ham to rest to ensure juicy, flavorful slices. Use a probe thermometer for precision.

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