Self Basting Ham Loaf

Elevate your dinner table with this irresistibly flavorful Self-Basting Ham Loaf, a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy goodness. Made with a blend of ground ham and pork, breadcrumbs, and a touch of creamy milk, this loaf boasts a tender, juicy texture in every bite. The real magic lies in its self-basting glaze—a luscious mixture of brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, and honey that caramelizes beautifully as it bakes, infusing each slice with mouthwatering flavor. With minimal prep time and a straightforward basting technique, this recipe guarantees a foolproof, moist, and delicious dish that’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday feasts. Slice, serve, and watch this crowd-pleaser disappear! Keywords: ham loaf recipe, self-basting glaze, baked ham loaf, savory and sweet, easy family dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground ham
• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp mustard
• 2 tbsp honey
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground ham, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan, or shape it directly onto a lined baking sheet.

Step 4

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, and honey. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth, forming a glaze.

Step 5

Pour half of the glaze mixture evenly over the top of the ham loaf.

Step 6

Place the ham loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 90 minutes, basting with the remaining glaze every 20-30 minutes. This ensures the ham loaf remains moist and flavorful.

Step 7

After 90 minutes, check the internal temperature of the loaf with a meat thermometer. It should read at least 160°F (71°C) to ensure it's fully cooked.

Step 8

Remove the ham loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1398.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3020.6

Total Fat 145.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 888.2mg	0%
Sodium 9108.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 124.4g
Protein 218.7g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 489.0mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 1616.3mg	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: 43.6%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 27.2%