Classic Brown Sugar Ham Glaze
This classic brown sugar ham glaze creates a sweet, sticky coating that caramelizes beautifully. It’s simple to make and brings rich flavor to every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and ground cloves.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir constantly until the brown sugar fully dissolves.
- Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until the glaze thickens slightly.
- Remove the glaze from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Brush the glaze onto your ham during the last 30 minutes of baking.
- Reapply every 10 minutes for a glossy, flavorful finish.