Can I add pineapple juice?

Yes! This recipes tastes fantastic with a pineapple flavor and you can swap it for the orange juice.

Do you put the glaze on the ham before or after cooking?

For the best results, apply the glaze on the ham during and after cooking. This allows the glaze to caramelize and adhere to the ham, creating a flavorful crust. Baste the entire ham with additional glaze during the cooking process to enhance the flavor and appearance.

Do you leave ham uncovered after glazing?

Yes. This will help the glaze to caramelize on the ham.

Why is my glaze grainy?

Using too much sugar or not making sure that the sugar fully melts can cause the glaze to become grainy. A glaze can also become gritty from either overmixing or not enough mixing.

Best Brown Sugar Glaze For Ham

Ingredients

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1/4 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup honey (or real maple syrup)
1/4 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed is preferred (pineapple juice will also work)
1–2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (or whole-grain mustard)
1/8 teaspoon powdered ginger
1 sprig thyme, stem removed
1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)

Optional spices:

1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Instructions

In a small saucepan, whisk together the butter, brown sugar, honey, orange juice, mustard, ginger, thyme, and paprika or other spices (if using). Bring to a boil, then simmer for 2 minutes until it is slightly thickened and the sugar is dissolved; stir occasionally. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes to thicken even more. Enjoy with Fresh Ham Roast or Smoked Ham.

Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Savory
Method: American
Cuisine: American