Black Currant Ham Glaze (Printable)

Tender ham brushed with a black currant jam and Dijon mustard glaze for a flavorful main dish.

# What You Need:

→ Ham

01 - 1 bone-in fully cooked ham (6 to 8 pounds)

→ Glaze

02 - 1 cup black currant jam
03 - 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
04 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
05 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

→ Garnish

08 - Fresh black currants or thyme sprigs for garnish

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a large roasting pan with aluminum foil and position the oven rack inside.
02 - Remove excess skin from the ham, leaving a thin fat layer. Score the fat in a diamond pattern using a sharp knife.
03 - Place the ham cut side down on the prepared rack in the roasting pan.
04 - In a saucepan over medium heat, combine black currant jam, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, black pepper, and allspice. Stir until smooth and warmed through.
05 - Brush the ham generously with one-third of the prepared glaze using a pastry brush.
06 - Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
07 - Remove foil, brush ham with half of the remaining glaze, and continue baking for 30 minutes.
08 - Brush with the remaining glaze and bake uncovered for 30 additional minutes until the ham is glossy and caramelized, with an internal temperature of 140°F.
09 - Remove from oven and tent loosely with aluminum foil. Allow to rest for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing.
10 - Garnish with fresh black currants or thyme sprigs as desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The rich black currant jam creates a glossy, caramelized glaze that is visually stunning and delicious.
  • It is an easy-to-follow, gluten-free main dish perfect for any European-inspired feast.
  • The combination of Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar perfectly balances the sweetness of the jam.
02 -
  • Always allow the ham to rest for 15–20 minutes after baking to ensure it remains juicy when sliced.
  • Check the labels of your jam and mustard for hidden allergens; mustard is a potential allergen for some.
  • Reheat the ham until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) for the best texture and safety.
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