Soy Free Brown Sugar Ham Glaze

Total time15 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time10 min

This glaze turns deep-dark brown sugar into a rich, syrupy coating with just the right amount of tang from Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar. A warm hit of cinnamon and cloves rounds things out, while a touch of black pepper and optional cayenne keeps every brush-stroke interesting instead of flat-sweet. Simmered low and slow until it thickens and clings to the back of a spoon, it builds into that glossy, lacquered finish everyone fights over at the edges of the ham. Brushing on fresh coats every 10–15 minutes during roasting means the crust builds in layers, caramelizing a little more with each pass. It's an easy make-ahead sauce that comes together in one saucepan with no fuss. Since none of the ingredients here lean on soy-based staples, this glaze is a solid pick for a soy free table.

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Ingredients

12 servings

1 cup packed dark brown sugar
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3 tbsp dijon mustard
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp unsalted butter
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp black pepper
⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, butter, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, and cayenne (if using) in a small saucepan over medium heat.
2
Whisk constantly until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves completely, about 2–3 minutes, until the mixture is smooth and just beginning to bubble at the edges.

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