A baked ham is a holiday menu staple. We recommend giving your meat dish a sweet or savory glaze to pack in a flavorful punch. Whether you want to add some fruity notes or a bit of spicy flair, check out our top five favorite glazes to get your ham dressed to impress!
 

          1. Sweet & Spicy Gochujang Glaze 
          Ingredients:

• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
• 1/2 cup gochujang
• 1/4 cup mirin
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 Tbsp roasted sesame oil
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce
• 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 Tbsp fish sauce 
   
    
   2. Maple Dijon Glaze 
   Ingredients:

• 1 cup maple syrup
• 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
• 2/3 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 
   
  
  3. Brown Sugar Orange Glaze
  Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup whole grain mustard
• 1/2 tsp salt 
  
  
  4. Garlic Soy Glaze 
  Ingredients:

• 6 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2-inch piece ginger, sliced thick
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 6 tbsp rice wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup hoisin
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
   
   
   5. Apple Cider Bourbon Glaze
   Ingredients: 

• 8 Tbsp salted butter (1/2 cup)
• 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 2 Tbsp apple cider
• 2 Tbsp bourbon
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 
  
  

 Glazing Your Ham:

1. For all glazes: Combine the ingredients in a small saucepot. Cook, stirring often to prevent sticking, until the mixture comes to a boil.  
2. Remove from the heat and let cool until thickened.
3. Remove any solid pieces, if necessary. Brush the glaze all over the ham toward the end of cooking!