Maple-Glazed Ham with Mustard and Brown Sugar Crust

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A holiday ham roasted to perfection with a sticky, sweet, and tangy maple, mustard, and brown sugar crust that caramelizes beautifully. This american-inspired holiday ready in about 125 minutes pairs bone-in smoked ham, maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 10, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.2 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 110 min Serves 10 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Place the 5 lbs bone-in smoked ham in a roasting pan cut side down. Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern about 1/4-inch deep.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1/2 tsp ground cloves until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Brush half of the glaze evenly over the ham. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 1 hour.
  4. Step 4: Remove foil and brush the remaining glaze over the ham. Increase oven temperature to 400°F and roast uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes until the glaze is caramelized and bubbly, basting once more halfway through.
  5. Step 5: Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before slicing to serve.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Ham with Mustard and Brown Sugar Crust take to make?

Total time is about 125 minutes (15 min prep + 110 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Maple-Glazed Ham with Mustard and Brown Sugar Crust?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in smoked ham from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Ham with Mustard and Brown Sugar Crust?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Maple-Glazed Ham with Mustard and Brown Sugar Crust for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Maple-Glazed Ham with Mustard and Brown Sugar Crust?

American holiday like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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