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Baked Ham With Coffee And Brown Sugar Glaze Recipe

Elevate your holiday feast with this unforgettable Baked Ham! Inspired by the classic red-eye gravy, this recipe features a rich and flavorful brown sugar-coffee glaze that creates a deliciously caramelized crust. Don't be fooled by the baking step – the secret to ultimate juiciness lies in a long, gentle poaching process on the stovetop. This method draws out excess salt, leaving you with a supremely moist and tender ham. Get ready to impress your guests with this Dean & DeLuca-inspired masterpiece!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 599.4 kcal
Protein 127g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Ham With Coffee And Brown Sugar Glaze

  • 1 (8-10 pound) smoked ham (fully cooked, bone-in or boneless)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup strong black coffee
  • 2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs

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How to Make Baked Ham With Coffee And Brown Sugar Glaze

  1. Place the ham in a very large stockpot. Add enough water to completely cover the ham.
  2. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the ham poach gently for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  4. While the ham is poaching, prepare the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and strong black coffee until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  5. Stir in the panko bread crumbs until evenly combined.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  7. Remove the ham from the stockpot and place it in a large roasting pan.
  8. Carefully trim away any excess fat and a portion of the rind, if desired.
  9. Spread the glaze evenly over the entire surface of the ham.
  10. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
  11. Bake the ham for 20-30 minutes, or until the glaze is deeply caramelized and the ham is heated through.
  12. Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest on a cutting board for at least 15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful ham.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

198 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

53g

Carbs

4g

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Ham Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For Large Groups Main Dish Pork American Southern United States Dinner Party Holiday Event Easter Dietary High Protein Low Carb High In Something Low In Something Meat Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less