Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham (Print-Friendly Format)

Ham glazed with maple, bourbon, and warm spices for a sweet, savory, and memorable centerpiece.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Ham

01 - 1 pre-cooked spiral ham (8–10 pounds / approximately 3.6–4.5 kg)

→ Glaze and Spice Blend

02 - 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
03 - 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, packed
04 - 1 tablespoon paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

→ Maple Bourbon Glaze

12 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick / 113 g)
13 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed (200 g)
14 - 1/2 cup bourbon
15 - 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 165°C and position the rack in the lower third.
02 - Place the spiral ham cut side up in a large roasting pan.
03 - Rub Dijon mustard evenly over the surface of the ham.
04 - Combine brown sugar, paprika, kosher salt, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle mixture over the ham and press gently to adhere.
05 - Roast the ham uncovered for 30 minutes.
06 - In a saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Stir in brown sugar, bourbon, and maple syrup. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly.
07 - Baste the ham generously with the prepared glaze. Cover loosely with foil and continue roasting for approximately 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 60°C.
08 - Pour any remaining glaze over the ham 10 minutes before removing from the oven. Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Extra Tips:

01 - A meat thermometer ensures accurate doneness and prevents overcooking.
02 - Allow the ham to rest after roasting to retain juices and achieve optimal tenderness.
03 - For a warm flavor profile, incorporate ground cinnamon into the glaze mixture.
04 - To make the dish non-alcoholic, substitute apple cider in place of bourbon.

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