Honey Glaze for Ham Recipe
Introduction
This honey glaze is the perfect sweet and tangy topping for your holiday ham. With a blend of brown sugar, honey, and Dijon mustard, it creates a flavorful crust that enhances the natural taste of the meat.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2/3 cup fresh, organic honey
- 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/8 tsp. cinnamon
- Optional: 1 Tbsp granulated sugar (for added sweetness)
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Step 2: Whisk continuously until the mixture is well combined and the sugar granules are dissolved.
- Step 3: Let the glaze simmer for about 7 minutes, stirring regularly to prevent burning.
- Step 4: Remove from heat. The glaze will thicken as it cools. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Step 5: To thicken further after cooking the ham, stir in 1 Tbsp of cornstarch or flour.
Tips & Variations
- For a deeper flavor, try adding a splash of apple cider vinegar or a pinch of ground cloves to the glaze.
- If you prefer a less sweet glaze, reduce the brown sugar slightly and increase the Dijon mustard.
- Use granulated sugar optionally to adjust sweetness to your taste.
- If thickening with cornstarch or flour, mix it with a little cold water before adding to avoid lumps.
Storage
Store the honey glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently on the stove before using to restore its pourable consistency. Avoid boiling again to maintain the honey’s flavor.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make the glaze ahead of time?
Yes, the glaze can be prepared up to 5 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator until needed.
What if I want a thicker glaze?
After applying the glaze to the ham and cooking, you can thicken it by stirring in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch or flour mixed with a little water.
PrintHoney Glaze for Ham Recipe
This Honey Glaze for Ham is a sweet and tangy sauce made with honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and warm spices. It simmers gently on the stovetop to combine flavors and create a beautiful glaze perfect for enhancing baked or roasted ham. The glaze thickens as it cools, providing a luscious finish to your holiday or special occasion ham dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Enough glaze for a 6 to 8-pound ham
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2/3 cup fresh, organic honey
- 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/8 tsp. cinnamon
- Optional: 1 Tbsp granulated sugar (for extra sweetness)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the light brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, water, cinnamon, and optional granulated sugar into a medium saucepan.
- Whisk to Mix: Set the saucepan over medium to low heat and whisk continuously until the sugar granules dissolve completely and the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Simmer the Glaze: Allow the mixture to simmer gently for about 7 minutes, stirring regularly to prevent the sugars from burning and to thicken the glaze slightly.
- Remove from Heat: Take the saucepan off the stove once simmering is complete. The glaze will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Use or Store: Use the glaze immediately on your cooked ham, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Optional Thickening: If you desire a thicker glaze, after cooking the ham, stir in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch or flour to the glaze and cook briefly until thickened.
Notes
- Stir consistently while simmering to avoid burning the sugars.
- You can adjust sweetness by adding or omitting the optional granulated sugar.
- Store leftover glaze in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- To thicken glaze further, add cornstarch or flour after cooking the ham.
- This glaze enhances the flavor of baked or roasted ham but is not meant for raw ham cooking.
Keywords: Honey glaze, ham glaze, ham sauce, sweet glaze, holiday glaze, Dijon mustard glaze
