Frulty Ham Glaze

This vibrant fruit glaze combines the tartness of cranberry-orange preserves with the natural sweetness of apricot or peach preserves to create a glossy, flavorful finish for your holiday ham. The bright citrus notes cut through the richness of the pork, while the stone fruit adds depth and a beautiful amber hue. It is incredibly simple to prepare, requiring only a few minutes of mixing before being spooned over the meat. This glaze caramelizes slightly in the oven, creating a sticky, appetizing crust that enhances both the visual appeal and taste of the dish. Ideal for Christmas dinners, Easter celebrations, or any occasion where you are serving a roasted ham, this recipe ensures a professional-quality result with pantry staples.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 1

Calories: 14.1

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This vibrant fruit glaze combines the tartness of cranberry-orange preserves with the natural sweetness of apricot or peach preserves to create a glossy, flavorful finish for your holiday ham. The bright citrus notes cut through the richness of the pork, while the stone fruit adds depth and a beautiful amber hue. It is incredibly simple to prepare, requiring only a few minutes of mixing before being spooned over the meat. This glaze caramelizes slightly in the oven, creating a sticky, appetizing crust that enhances both the visual appeal and taste of the dish. Ideal for Christmas dinners, Easter celebrations, or any occasion where you are serving a roasted ham, this recipe ensures a professional-quality result with pantry staples.

Ingredients

1/4 cup Cranberry-orange sauce Preserves
1/4 cup Apricot or peach preserves

Directions

1
Combine cranberry-orange preserves and apricot preserves in a small bowl, stirring until fully blended.
2
Remove the baking ham from the oven approximately 30 minutes before the end of its total cook time.
3
Lightly score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern to help the glaze adhere.
4
Spoon the fruit glaze evenly over the entire surface of the ham.
5
Return the ham to the oven and bake for the remaining 30 minutes, basting with pan juices occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 14.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.4mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 3.4g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 2.0g
Protein 0.3g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Yield: Approximately 1/2 cup of glaze.

For a thinner consistency, warm the preserves slightly in a microwave or saucepan before mixing.

Ensure the ham is fully cooked according to package instructions before applying the glaze for the final 30 minutes.

Keywords: ham, glaze, fruit, cranberry, apricot, peach, preserves, orange, sweet, tart, holiday, dinner, christmas, easter, roast, side, topping, easy, quick, delicious

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