Apricot Glazed Baked Ham

Ingredients

• 8-10 lb Fully Cooked Bone‑In Ham (Pre‑cooked, skin can be scored in a diamond pattern for better glaze absorption)
• 1 cup Apricot Preserves (Smooth; can substitute apricot jam)
• 0.25 cup Brown Sugar (Packed)
• 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard (Smooth)
• 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar (Adds a touch of tang; optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven and position ham

   Preheat the oven to 325°F. Place the ham on the rack inside the roasting pan. Insert an oven‑safe probe thermometer into the thickest part of the meat, making sure it does not touch bone.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 325°F

2. Initial bake

   Bake the ham uncovered for 1 hour 45 minutes, or until the thermometer reads about 120°F (the ham is warming through).

   Time: PT1H45M

   Temperature: 325°F

3. Prepare apricot glaze

   While the ham bakes, combine apricot preserves, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 5‑7 minutes.

   Time: PT15M

4. First glaze application

   Remove the ham from the oven. Brush half of the warm apricot glaze evenly over the surface of the ham.

   Time: PT5M

5. Final bake with glaze

   Return the ham to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F and the glaze is caramelized.

   Time: PT30M

   Temperature: 325°F

6. Rest and serve

   Remove the ham, brush with the remaining glaze, and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before carving.

   Time: PT10M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

600

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

15g

Fat

20g

Fiber

0g