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Close-up of a Cranberry Brandy Glazed Ham with a crosshatch pattern cut into the surface and visible bone.
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Cranberry Brandy Glazed Spiral Ham

Delicious salty savory ham with tart, sweet cranberries and applejack whiskey.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked ham, brandy glazed ham, cranberry ham, spiral ham
Servings: 12 people
Author: Courtney ODell
Cost: 45

Ingredients

  • 1 large spiral ham
  • 1 cup Applejack brandy
  • 8 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 6 oz butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice or 3 whole allspice berries

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 250°F. Place the spiral ham in a large roasting pan and let it sit at room temperature for 30–45 minutes while you prepare the glaze.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the brandy, cranberries, brown sugar, butter, and allspice. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
  • Cook the glaze for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens slightly. The glaze should coat the back of a spoon but still be pourable.
  • For a smooth glaze, strain out the cranberry solids. For a thicker, more rustic texture, lightly blend the glaze using an immersion blender.
  • Cover the ham loosely with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush generously with the cranberry brandy glaze.
  • Continue baking the ham for 1½–2 hours, brushing with more glaze every 10–15 minutes. Remove the foil for the last 20–30 minutes so the glaze can caramelize and form a glossy coating.
  • The ham is done when the internal temperature reaches 140°F.
  • Remove from the oven and let the ham rest for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
  • To make extra sauce, add a splash of water or brandy to the roasting pan and stir to loosen any caramelized bits. Spoon this over the sliced ham for added flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 44mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 366IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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