Festive Cherry Honey Ham Glaze
This delightful Festive Cherry Honey Ham Glaze adds a touch of sweetness and warmth to your holiday celebrations. Made with high-quality cherry preserves, this glaze features a harmonious blend of honey, red wine vinegar, and aromatic spices including cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. It's perfect for basting your holiday ham, ensuring it stays moist and flavorful. Additionally, this glaze can be served on the side as a sauce, allowing guests to indulge in its deliciousness with each bite. Elevate your holiday feast and impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make yet sophisticated glaze that embodies the spirit of Christmas.
8-10 servings
Servings
60
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
cherry preserves
1 (12-ounce jar)
liquid honey
1/4 (cup)
red wine vinegar
1/4 (cup (no substitutes))
ground cinnamon
1/4 (teaspoon)
ground nutmeg
1/4 (teaspoon)
ground cloves
1/4 (teaspoon)
salt
1/8 (teaspoon (adjust to taste))
Instructions
1
In a medium saucepan, combine the cherry preserves, honey, red wine vinegar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt.
2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a light simmer, stirring occasionally to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
3
Reduce the heat to low and let the glaze simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly and becomes fragrant.
4
When your ham is about 30 minutes away from being fully cooked, remove it from the oven and generously baste it with the cherry glaze, ensuring all surfaces are coated.
5
Return the ham to the oven and continue to cook uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, basting with the glaze every 10 minutes to enhance flavor and create a beautiful glaze.
Nutrition Information
0
Fat
17
Carbs
0
Protein
16
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Festive Cherry Honey Ham Glaze?
It is a sweet and warm holiday glaze made with cherry preserves, honey, red wine vinegar, and aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
What are the main ingredients in this recipe?
The key ingredients are cherry preserves, liquid honey, red wine vinegar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt.
How many servings does this glaze provide?
This recipe makes enough glaze for 8 to 10 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
There are approximately 60 calories per serving of this glaze.
Does this glaze contain any fat?
No, this glaze recipe contains 0 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each serving contains 17 grams of carbohydrates.
How much sugar is in the glaze?
There are 16 grams of sugar per serving.
Is there any protein in this glaze?
No, this glaze has 0 grams of protein.
When should I apply the glaze to the ham?
You should start basting the ham when it is about 30 minutes away from being fully cooked.
How often should I baste the ham?
It is recommended to baste the ham every 10 minutes during the final 30 minutes of cooking.
Can I use a substitute for red wine vinegar?
The recipe specifies using red wine vinegar with no substitutes for the best flavor profile.
How long does the glaze need to simmer?
The glaze should simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly and becomes fragrant.
What spices are used in this festive glaze?
The aromatic blend includes ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
Can this glaze be served as a side sauce?
Yes, it can be served on the side as a sauce for guests to add extra flavor to their ham.
What type of cherry preserves should I buy?
The recipe calls for one 12-ounce jar of high-quality cherry preserves.
How much honey is required?
You will need 1/4 cup of liquid honey.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/8 teaspoon of salt, which can be adjusted to taste.
Should the ham be covered while basting?
No, you should continue to cook the ham uncovered for the final 30 minutes while basting.
Is this recipe difficult to make?
No, it is considered an easy recipe that embodies the spirit of Christmas.
Does the glaze contain any fiber?
The nutritional data indicates there is no significant fiber content in this glaze.
Does the glaze contain cholesterol?
No, this recipe is cholesterol-free.
What is the first step in preparing the glaze?
The first step is to combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan.
What heat setting should I use?
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low heat for the final thickening.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include ham glaze, cherry sauce, holiday recipe, Christmas, and sweet glaze.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 ingredients in total.
How much cinnamon is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
How much nutmeg is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
How much cloves should I add?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves.
What is the purpose of the red wine vinegar?
It provides a necessary acidity to balance the sweetness of the honey and cherry preserves.
How does the glaze look when finished?
It creates a beautiful, thick, and fragrant coating on the surface of the holiday ham.