Brown Sugar Glazed Ham (Small Batch)
Brown Sugar Glazed Ham is a classic Christmas Eve dish, and this small batch version is perfect for smaller families or intimate holiday dinners. The glaze is sweet, glossy, and slightly caramelized, giving the ham a warm and comforting flavor. It takes very little prep time and fills the kitchen with a festive aroma.
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This Brown Sugar Glazed Ham is ideal for small Christmas Eve gatherings. The glaze adds a deep, warm sweetness that pairs perfectly with the salty ham. Baking it low and slow keeps it tender and juicy.
The glaze is made from simple pantry ingredients like brown sugar, honey, mustard, and melted butter. A splash of orange or pineapple juice brightens the flavor and helps the glaze caramelize in the oven.
Here are the full steps:
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven and place the ham in a baking dish with a little water.
Step 2: Mix the glaze ingredients until smooth.
Step 3: Brush the ham with half the glaze and cover with foil.
Step 4: Bake for 45 minutes.
Step 5: Add the remaining glaze and bake uncovered until the top looks glossy.
Step 6: Rest before slicing.
This small batch ham is perfect for families who do not need a full sized holiday ham. The leftovers make great sandwiches, breakfast plates, or small charcuterie boards. You can also double the glaze if you prefer a sweeter finish.
Recipe
Brown Sugar Glazed Ham (Small Batch)
Ingredients
- Ham
- 2 to 3 pound boneless cooked ham
- 1 tablespoon water
- Brown Sugar Glaze
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon orange juice or pineapple juice
Instructions
- 1
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 325 F. Place the ham in a baking dish with a splash of water.
- 2
Step 2: Stir together the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, melted butter, pepper, and orange juice.
- 3
Step 3: Brush half the glaze over the ham. Cover loosely with foil.
- 4
Step 4: Bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil.
- 5
Step 5: Brush the remaining glaze and bake another 20 to 30 minutes until glossy and caramelized.
- 6
Step 6: Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.