Best 5 Apple Cider Maple Glazed Ham Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the delectable Apple Cider Maple Glazed Ham, a symphony of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. This showstopping dish is perfect for special occasions or a comforting family meal. The combination of apple cider, maple syrup, and aromatic spices creates a luscious glaze that caramelizes beautifully over the succulent ham, resulting in a tender and juicy masterpiece.

Alongside the main recipe, this article offers a treasure trove of complementary dishes to elevate your culinary experience. Delight your guests with the tangy and refreshing Cranberry Orange Sauce, the perfect accompaniment to the richness of the ham. Impress them with the creamy and flavorful Mashed Sweet Potatoes, a delightful balance of sweetness and earthiness.

For a side dish that bursts with vibrant colors and textures, try the Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries. The caramelized Brussels sprouts, crispy bacon, and tart cranberries come together in a harmonious blend of flavors. And to top it all off, indulge in the decadent Maple Pecan Pie, a classic dessert that combines the sweetness of maple syrup with the nutty crunch of pecans.

With its detailed instructions and helpful tips, this article will guide you through the process of creating a memorable meal that will leave your loved ones craving for more. Embrace the culinary adventure and let the Apple Cider Maple Glazed Ham take center stage at your next gathering.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MAPLE GLAZED HAM



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This Maple Glazed Ham is dripping with flavor, wonderfully moist and beautifully caramelized with the BEST glaze! It only takes minutes of hands on prep and feeds a crowd making it the perfect impressive, hassle free main dish for Christmas and Easter!

Provided by Jen

Time 3h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bone-in smoked spiral-sliced ham ((8-11 pounds))
Aluminum foil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
1 1/2 cups apple cider
1/2 cup pure maple syrup (NOT imitation)
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp EACH ground nutmeg, ground cloves, dried thyme, pepper, chili pwder

Steps:

  • Remove ham from refrigerator and let sit at room temperature 2-3 hours.
  • Whisk together all of the Apple Cider Maple Glaze ingredients in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring often, until thickened and reduced, approximately 15-20 minutes. Stir in butter until melted. Glaze will thicken more as it stands.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Adjust oven rack to lowest position. Pour 2 cups water into bottom of roasting pan IF you have a roasting rack. Place roasting rack inside pan. (Skip step if you don't have a roasting rack.)
  • Roll out 2 large pieces of foil to wrap your ham in. Place ham on foil and brush all over with some of the Glaze, including in between slices. Tightly wrap ham with foil and place on its side on the roasting rack (or bottom of pan). Bake ham until the center registers 100-110 degrees F, about 2 hours (about 12 minutes per pound).
  • Remove ham from oven and increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F.
  • Carefully unfold foil to expose ham and brush ham all over with Glaze (if Glaze has become to thick to brush, return to heat to loosen). Leave ham exposed and bake for 20-30 minutes or until edges are golden brown and caramelized.
  • Remove ham from oven and brush again all over with Glaze. Spoon juices from bottom of pan all over ham. Loosely cover with foil. Let rest for 15 minutes then spoon more juices over ham and serve with any remaining Glaze.

APPLE CIDER-GLAZED HAM



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When I wanted to try something new with our holiday ham, I created this cider glaze. It's slightly sweet but still has the spicy flavor my family craves. -Rebecca LaWare, Hilton, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h45m

Yield 10 servings (1 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 fully cooked bone-in ham (6 to 7 pounds)
2 cups apple cider
1 cup honey
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice

Steps:

  • Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Score the surface of the ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep. Cover and bake at 325° for 2 hours., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the cider, honey, vinegar and mustard; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the butter, chili powder and apple pie spice. Set aside 1 cup for serving. , Cook the remaining sauce until thickened; spoon over ham. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 140°, 30-35 minutes longer. Warm reserved sauce; serve with ham

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 877mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein.

APPLE-MAPLE GLAZE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Boil 2 cups apple cider in a saucepan over medium-high heat until reduced to 1/2 cup, 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to low; add 1/2 cup each apple jelly and maple syrup, 1/4 cup whole-grain mustard, 1/2 teaspoon allspice and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.

APPLE CIDER-GLAZED HAM



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I wanted to try something different with my ham, and this is really good. Very simple and satisfying. Recipe courtesy of Taste of Home Christmas 2009 and Rebecca LaWare of Hilton, NY. She created this cider glaze.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 -7 lbs ham (fully cooked bone-in)
2 cups apple cider
1 cup honey
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice

Steps:

  • Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
  • Score the surface of the ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 inch deep.
  • Cover and bake at 325 for 2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the cider, honey, vinegar, and mustard and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in the butter, chili powder, and apple pie spice.
  • Set aside 1 cup for serving.
  • Cook the remaining sauce until thickened and spoon over ham.
  • Bake, uncovered 30 to 35 minutes longer or until a meat thermometer reads 140.
  • Warm reserved sauce and serve with ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.7, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 144.8, Sodium 4231.5, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 28, Protein 61.3

MAPLE GLAZED HAM



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Make and share this Maple Glazed Ham recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Strawberry Girl

Categories     Ham

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup Dijon mustard (75 mL)
1/2 cup maple syrup (125 mL)
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar (75 mL)
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (2 mL)
1 tablespoon soy sauce (15 mL)
6 -7 lbs ham, cooked
to taste black pepper, coarsely cracked

Steps:

  • Combine mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar and hot pepper sauce in a pot. Bring to boil and reduce by half or until slightly thickened. Stir in soy sauce. Brush over ham.
  • Preheat oven to 350F (180C). Trim hard outer skin from surface of ham. Shave off the fat leaving about 1/4 inch (5 mm) layer. With a sharp knife make a cross hatch pattern over surface of ham.
  • Place ham in roasting pan. Brush with more glaze and dust with pepper. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, basting every 15 minutes with more glaze, or until ham is cooked through.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature. Carve into slices for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.6, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 177.2, Sodium 5420.5, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 12.1, Protein 76.8

Tips:

  • Choose the right ham: Select a bone-in ham for a more flavorful result. If you're using a boneless ham, tie it with kitchen twine to help it hold its shape during cooking.
  • Score the ham: Use a sharp knife to score the ham in a diamond pattern. This will help the glaze penetrate the meat and create a crispy crust.
  • Make the glaze ahead of time: The apple cider maple glaze can be made up to 2 days in advance. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Baste the ham frequently: Baste the ham every 15-20 minutes with the glaze. This will help keep the ham moist and prevent it from drying out.
  • Let the ham rest before carving: Once the ham is cooked, let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful ham.

Conclusion:

Apple Cider Maple Glazed Ham is a delicious and festive dish that is perfect for any special occasion. With its sweet and tangy glaze, crispy crust, and tender meat, this ham is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Follow these tips to make the best Apple Cider Maple Glazed Ham possible.

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