Cranberry Orange Ham

Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of Cranberry Orange Ham, a show-stopping centerpiece perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions. This bone-in spiral-cut ham is baked to perfection and bathed in a luscious glaze made with cranberry sauce, freshly squeezed orange juice, aromatic orange zest, and a delightful blend of warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. The addition of honey and brown sugar creates a beautifully caramelized finish, while Dijon mustard adds a subtle kick for a well-rounded flavor profile. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple steps, this recipe delivers a juicy, tender ham with a glossy, festive glaze that will impress your guests. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh orange slices and cranberries, for a stunning presentation that tastes as amazing as it looks. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any celebratory meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 8 pounds bone-in spiral-cut ham
• 1 cup cranberry sauce (jellied or whole berry)
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

Place the ham in a large roasting pan, cut side down, and cover loosely with aluminum foil.

Step 3

Bake the ham in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, allowing it to heat through.

Step 4

While the ham is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the cranberry sauce, orange juice, orange zest, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and pepper.

Step 5

Heat the glaze mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture begins to simmer. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

After the ham has baked for 60 minutes, remove it from the oven and carefully uncover the foil.

Step 7

Brush the ham generously with the cranberry orange glaze, ensuring that the entire surface is coated.

Step 8

Return the ham to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 45-60 minutes, basting with more glaze every 15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).

Step 9

Once the ham is fully heated and caramelized, remove it from the oven and tent it with foil to rest for 10-15 minutes.

Step 10

Slice the ham and serve warm, garnished with fresh orange slices and cranberries if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4154.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6159.1

Total Fat 206.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1814.4mg	0%
Sodium 44860.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 260.4g
Protein 763.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 472.2mg	0%
Iron 34.3mg	0%
Potassium 10236.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.0%

Protein: 50.9%

Carbs: 18.1%