Best 13 Cranberry Glazed Ham Loaf Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of this Cranberry Glazed Ham Loaf, a delectable dish that combines the savory essence of ground ham with a vibrant cranberry glaze. This culinary creation is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visually stunning centerpiece for any gathering. The savory ground ham is seasoned to perfection and delicately wrapped in a layer of smoky bacon, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. The crowning glory of this dish is the homemade cranberry glaze, a vibrant and tangy sauce that adds a burst of sweetness and color to the savory ham loaf. This recipe is accompanied by a collection of complementary dishes, including a fluffy mashed potato casserole, a medley of roasted vegetables, and a refreshing cranberry orange relish. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving for more!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY GLAZED HAM



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That show-stopping entree you've been hoping for is right here, and it only takes five ingredients to make. The sweet and tangy cranberry glaze pairs beautifully with succulent ham. -Joni Peterson, Wichita, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 boneless fully cooked ham (5 pounds)
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Line a roasting pan with foil. Place ham on a rack in prepared pan. Bake, covered, 1 hour., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Remove 1 cup mixture for glaze; reserve remaining mixture for sauce. Brush ham with some of the glaze mixture. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 140°, 35-45 minutes, brushing every 10 minutes with remaining glaze., Warm reserved sauce mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally; serve with ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 1485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein.

HAM LOAF (WITH TASTY BROWN SUGAR DIJON GLAZE)



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Ham loaf may not be the most appetizing name, but my ham loaf with tasty brown sugar Dijon glaze is totally delicious! The tangy-sweet Dijon glaze will get you hooked and you'll be putting ham loaf on your list of favorite weekly dinners!

Provided by Angela

Categories     Dinner Recipes     Main Course     Pork Dishes

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Tbsp butter
1/4 cup onion ((white or yellow onion, finely diced))
3 cups ham ((cubed and ground or very finely diced cooked ham))
1 lb ground pork
1 large egg
2/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs ((Italian seasoned, Garlic & Herb, or seasoned Panko breadcrumbs))
1/2 cup milk
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 cup light brown sugar ((packed))
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
pineapple rings & maraschino cherries ((optional toppings))

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet or baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Melt the butter in a small skillet or frying pan over medium heat, then saute the diced onion for 4-5 minutes or until it reaches your desired level of tenderness. Remove from heat when done and allow to cool.
  • Place cubed ham into a food processor and pulse until broken up and ground, but not turning into a paste consistency. Transfer the ham into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the remaining ingredients (ground pork, egg, seasoned breadcrumbs, milk, ground black pepper, and sauteed onion) and mix until well combined.
  • Transfer the ham loaf mixture to your prepared baking sheet or pan and form into a loaf shape, approximately 8x4-inches in size. Place the loaf into your oven in the middle of the center rack and bake for 1 hour at 350°F (175°C) or until the internal temperature of the ham loaf reaches 160°F (71°C).
  • Combine the glaze ingredients in a small bowl (light brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar) until smooth. Coat the ham loaf with the glaze and top with optional pineapple rings and maraschino cherries then return to the oven for an additional 15 minutes.
  • Remove the cooked ham loaf from your oven and tent a sheet of aluminum foil over the loaf loosely. Allow the ham loaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 134 mg, Sodium 1120 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, UnsaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HONEY-GLAZED HAM WITH CRANBERRY RELISH



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A tangy cranberry-pecan relish adds a festive touch to a honey-glazed spiral sliced ham.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 Cook's® Bone-in Spiral Sliced Half Ham (about 9 pounds)
1/2 cup honey (cranberry honey preferred, if available)
1-1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled, finely chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
1 cup cranberry juice cocktail
1 package (6 ounces) sweetened dried cranberries (about 1-1/3 cups)
2 tablespoons Orange Marmalade
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Remove and discard glaze packet from ham or reserve for another use. Begin by preparing ham according to package directions.
  • 2. Make Honey Glaze: While baking, mix honey, mustard and lemon juice in small bowl until blended. Set aside until the last 30 minutes of baking time.
  • 3. Make Cranberry Relish: Combine apples and juice in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add cranberries; simmer an additional 5 minutes, or until fruit is tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in marmalade and pecans. Set aside until ready to eat. Or, if made in advance, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • 4. Uncover ham and brush with the Honey Glaze for the last 30 minutes of the baking time.
  • 5. Let stand 10 minutes. Carve and serve with Cranberry Relish.

SPIRAL HAM WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE



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The sweet, tangy glaze that complements this ham looks so pretty, and the cranberry flavor pairs well with the meat. It's been a tradition in my home for as long as I can remember. -Pattie Prescott, Manchester, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bone-in fully cooked spiral-sliced ham (8 pounds)
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1 jar (12 ounces) red currant jelly
1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Cover and bake at 325° for 2-1/2 hours. , Meanwhile, for glaze, combine the remaining ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until cranberries pop, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; set aside. , Uncover ham; bake until a thermometer reads 140°, about 30 minutes longer, basting twice with 1-1/2 cups glaze. Serve remaining glaze with ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 2072mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

CRANBERRY GLAZED HAM



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From Taste of Home's Healthy Cooking magazine. This ham is the perfect addition to any holiday table!

Provided by Shelby Jo

Categories     Ham

Time 1h45m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 -1 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 (5 lb) ham, boneless & fully cooked

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine the cranberry sauce, syrup, vinegar, and mustard. Set aside 1 cup of mixture for sauce.
  • Line a shallow roasting pan with foil. Place ham on a rack in prepared pan. Cover and bake at 325 for 1 hour. Baste with some of the remaining cranberry mixture; bake 35-45 minutes longer or until a meat thermometer reads 140; basting with additional mixture every 10 minutes. Heat reserved sauce; serve with ham.

CRANBERRY GLAZE (FOR HAM)



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This is not your typical glaze for baked ham, the cranberries give it a slightly sweet/sour flavor, and a festive color.

Provided by Dee514

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 2 1/2 Cups (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon allspice

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a sauce pan.
  • Heat slowly, until smooth, beating with a wire whisk or rotary beater.
  • Spoon over ham at last 1/2 hour of baking.
  • Garnish with whole cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.9, Fat 0.4, Sodium 77.9, Carbohydrate 160.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 156.2, Protein 0.7

WINNING CRANBERRY GLAZED HAM



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A dear friend shared the recipe for this tender ham with me. I've taken it to reunions, weddings, graduations, baptisms, holiday gatherings and more. It's a delicious way to please a crowd. The cranberry sauce adds flavor and color.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 10h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cans (16 ounces each) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 cup orange juice
1/3 cup steak sauce
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 fully cooked bone-in ham (7 to 9 pounds)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, orange juice, steak sauce, oil, mustard and brown sugar. Score the surface of the ham with shallow diagonal cuts, making diamond shapes., Place ham in a 2-gal. resealable bag. Add half of cranberry mixture; seal bag and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight, turning several times. Cover and refrigerate remaining cranberry mixture., Preheat oven to 325°. Drain and discard marinade from ham. Place ham on a rack in a foil-lined roasting pan; cover with foil. Bake for 1-3/4 hours., Place reserved cranberry mixture in a small saucepan; heat through. Uncover ham; brush with cranberry mixture. , Bake until a thermometer reads 140°, 45-60 minutes longer, brushing with cranberry mixture every 15 minutes. Warm remaining cranberry mixture; serve with ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 1164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CRANBERRY HAM GLAZE



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This cranberry sauce can be used to pour over ham as a delicious glaze. This is a Thanksgiving traditional dish for my family.

Provided by T Swaim

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Ham Glaze Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup brown sugar
¼ cup orange juice
½ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Combine cranberry sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, cloves, cinnamon, and allspice in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook, whisking continuously, until brown sugar has melted and sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.3 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 24.4 mg, Sugar 48.6 g

EASY HAM WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE



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The glaze on this ham is so good! The oven time and glaze amounts are for a 5-pound ham, for a larger ham adjust the cooking time. The ham must be cooked at 325 degrees, not higher.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Ham

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
1 (5 lb) ham
1/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Set oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a small saucepan combine the cranberry sauce, brown sugar, fresh orange juice, cloves, cinnamon, allspice and black pepper, if using; heat slowly stirring until smooth.
  • Place the ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan with 1/3 cup water.
  • Insert a meat thermometer in the ham.
  • Bake until the thermometer reaches 125 degrees (about 1-1/2 to 2 hours).
  • Brush a third of the glaze on the ham 30 minutes before the end of baking time.
  • Spoon on the remaining glaze every 10 minutes (within the 30 minutes).
  • After removing the ham from the oven, let stand for 15 minutes before carving.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.3, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 147.4, Sodium 4325.7, Carbohydrate 50, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 48.6, Protein 63.5

CRANBERRY-GLAZED HAM LOAF



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Number Of Ingredients 10

LOAF
2 pounds ground ham
3/4 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 cup cranberry juice cocktail
2 eggs, slightly beaten
GLAZE
1/2 cup cranberry juice cocktail
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, combine all loaf ingredients mix well. Shape into 2 loaves. Place side by side in ungreased 9-inch square pan. Bake at 350°F. for 1 hour. Drain.2. Meanwhile, in small saucepan, combine all glaze ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low simmer 1 minute or until brown sugar is dissolved, stirring constantly.3. Brush ham loaves with part of glaze. Bake an additional 25 to 30 minutes or until meat is firm, basting frequently. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.Nutrition Information Per Serving: Serving Size: 1/10 of Recipe * Calories: 260 * Calories from Fat: 90 * % Daily Value: Total Fat: 10 g 15% * Saturated Fat: 3 g 15% * Cholesterol: 105 mg 35% * Sodium: 1360 mg 57% * Total Carbohydrate: 16 g 5% * Dietary Fiber: 0 g 0% * Sugars: 13 g * Protein: 26 g * Vitamin A: 0% * Vitamin C: 15% * Calcium: 2% * Iron: 10% * Dietary Exchanges: 1 Fruit, 3 1/2 Lean Meat or 1 Carbohydrate, 3 1/2 Lean Meat

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

GLAZED CRANBERRY SWIRL LOAF



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This is one of my favorite recipes to serve during the holidays. Without the filling, it makes a nice soft, chewy bread for any regular day! -Chris Carattini, Chadron, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
1 large egg, room temperature
FILLING:
1/2 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
GLAZE:
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until moistened. Add the egg. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Add 1 cup flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Meanwhile, combine filling ingredients. , Punch dough down. Divide in half. Roll each portion into a 12x9-in. rectangle. Spread filling over each rectangle to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seams to seal. Twist the 2 rolls together; pinch ends to seal. Place in a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MUSTARD & CRANBERRY GLAZED HAM



Mustard & Cranberry Glazed Ham image

My delicious glaze uses only four ingredients. It's a simple way to ensure your ham will be the showstopper on your holiday table. -Nella Parker, Hersey, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h5m

Yield 12 servings (4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 fully cooked bone-in ham (6 to 8 pounds)
Whole cloves
3 cans (14 ounces each) jellied or whole-berry cranberry sauce
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1-1/2 cups dry red wine or chicken broth
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. If desired, score the surface of the ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep. Insert cloves into the surface. Loosely cover ham with foil; bake 1-1/2 hours. , In a large saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, brown sugar and wine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat; whisk in mustard., Pour 2 cups cranberry mixture over ham. Bake 20-30 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 140°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 1310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

CRANBERRY SWIRL LOAF



Cranberry Swirl Loaf image

My mother's made this bread for years, but she uses date filling. I loved her bread so much that I made my own, with cranberries for a slightly tart filling with the sweet streusel topping-sometimes I add a simple icing. Each slice reveals an enticing ruby swirl. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf (16 pieces).

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/3 cup sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup butter, cubed
FILLING:
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional
TOPPING:
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cold butter, divided
GLAZE (optional):
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix sugar, yeast, salt and 1 cup flour. In a small saucepan, heat water, milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat on medium speed 2 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine cranberries, brown sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until cranberries are soft, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter, lemon juice and, if desired, walnuts. Cool., Punch down dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll into a 20x10-in. rectangle. Spread filling to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan, arranging in a slight zigzag fashion to fit., For topping, in a small bowl, combine flour and sugar; cut in 1 tablespoon butter until crumbly. Melt remaining butter; brush over dough. Sprinkle with crumb mixture. Cover with a towel; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 40 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°., Bake until golden brown and dough is cooked through, 40-45 minutes. Carefully remove from pan to a wire rack to cool. If desired, combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ham loaf: Look for a ham loaf that is made with high-quality ingredients and has a good meat-to-fat ratio.
  • Prepare the glaze: Make sure the glaze is well-mixed and has a smooth consistency. You can adjust the amount of sugar or cranberry sauce to taste.
  • Glaze the ham loaf frequently: This will help to keep it moist and flavorful. You can glaze the ham loaf every 15-20 minutes during baking.
  • Use a meat thermometer: This is the best way to ensure that the ham loaf is cooked to the proper internal temperature. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) before removing the ham loaf from the oven.
  • Let the ham loaf rest: Before slicing and serving, let the ham loaf rest for 10-15 minutes. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.

Conclusion:

Cranberry-glazed ham loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy glaze, this ham loaf is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a festive and flavorful dish, give this cranberry-glazed ham loaf a try.

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