{"id":441248,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:26","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=441248"},"modified":"2026-01-11T06:59:56","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T23:59:56","slug":"christmas-ham-recipe-with-cloves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-ham-recipe-with-cloves\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Favorite Christmas Ham Recipes with Cloves That Will Impress Your Guests!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is a time for gathering around the table, sharing stories, and of course, indulging in delicious food. Imagine the scent of a beautifully glazed ham wafting through your home, inviting everyone to come together and celebrate. If you&#8217;re looking to impress your guests this holiday season, these two ham recipes, infused with the warm spice of cloves, will surely become favorites in your household.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-ham-recipe-with-cloves\/#Honey-Glazed_Ham_with_Cloves\" >Honey-Glazed Ham with Cloves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-ham-recipe-with-cloves\/#Maple-Mustard_Clove-Infused_Ham\" >Maple-Mustard Clove-Infused Ham<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Honey-Glazed_Ham_with_Cloves\"><\/span>Honey-Glazed Ham with Cloves<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/1930760\/pexels-photo-1930760.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Honey-Glazed Ham with Cloves\" title=\"Honey-Glazed Ham with Cloves\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Nicolas Postiglioni on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/bacon-fig-fruit-and-garlic-cloves-1930760\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LavenderBlush\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/honey-glazed-ham-1760537850.jpg\" alt=\"Honey Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/iambaker.net\/honey-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Honey Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from I Am Baker<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (3 reviews). Total Time: 1 h 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LimeGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/honey-glazed-ham-recipe-1760537852.jpg\" alt=\"Honey Glazed Ham Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laurainthekitchen.com\/recipes\/honey-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Honey Glazed Ham Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Laura in the Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 1 h 55 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SeaGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/honey-glazed-ham-1760537852.jpg\" alt=\"Honey-glazed ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/glazed-gammon\" target=\"_blank\">Honey-glazed ham<\/a><\/strong> from BBC Good Food<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (119 reviews). Total Time: 2 h 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This recipe brings together the sweet and savory notes of honey and cloves, creating a flavor explosion that dances on your taste buds. The technique involves slow-roasting the ham, allowing it to soak up all the delicious glaze, resulting in a tender and juicy centerpiece for your holiday feast.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 fully cooked bone-in ham (about 8-10 pounds)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup honey<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup Dijon mustard<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cloves<\/li>\n<li>Whole cloves (for studding)<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup apple cider vinegar<\/li>\n<li>Fresh rosemary (optional, for garnish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this honey-glazed ham stand out is the perfect balance of sweetness from the honey and the warm, aromatic essence of cloves. As you stud the ham with whole cloves, you&#8217;ll not only enhance the visual appeal but also infuse every bite with that delightful spice. This dish is a hit at any gathering because it pairs wonderfully with a variety of sides, from roasted vegetables to creamy mashed potatoes. Plus, the leftovers are just as tempting, perfect for sandwiches or breakfast with eggs!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/with-the-holidays-approaching-try-this-classic-recipe-paired-1760537864.jpg\" alt=\"With the holidays approaching, try this classic recipe paired ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/gordonramsay\/videos\/honey-glazed-ham-gordon-ramsay\/568502137283926\/\" target=\"_blank\">With the holidays approaching, try this classic recipe paired &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/honey-glazed-ham-the-perfect-no-experience-required-1760537864.jpg\" alt=\"Honey Glazed Ham | The Perfect No Experience Required ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6qbhcz6LApE\" target=\"_blank\">Honey Glazed Ham | The Perfect No Experience Required &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/dont-let-the-main-course-intimidate-you-this-honey-glazed-1760537864.jpg\" alt=\"Don&#039;t let the main course intimidate you! 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This honey glazed &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maple-Mustard_Clove-Infused_Ham\"><\/span>Maple-Mustard Clove-Infused Ham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5865336\/pexels-photo-5865336.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Maple-Mustard Clove-Infused Ham\" title=\"Maple-Mustard Clove-Infused Ham\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Rachel Claire on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/meat-platter-with-bread-and-olives-5865336\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:DeepPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/maple-glazed-ham-1760537856.jpg\" alt=\"Maple Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recipetineats.com\/easy-maple-sticky-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Maple Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from RecipeTin Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (122 reviews). Total Time: 2 h 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Tomato\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mustard-glazed-ham-1760537857.jpg\" alt=\"Mustard-Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leitesculinaria.com\/102115\/recipes-mustard-glazed-ham.html\" target=\"_blank\">Mustard-Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Leite&#039;s Culinaria<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (2 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:RoyalBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/baked-ham-with-maple-glaze-1760537857.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Ham with Maple Glaze\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/102677\/baked-ham-with-maple-glaze\/\" target=\"_blank\">Baked Ham with Maple Glaze<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6 (138 reviews). Total Time: 1 h 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re in the mood for something a little different, this maple-mustard ham is a fantastic choice that adds a unique twist to your holiday table. The combination of maple syrup and Dijon mustard creates a tangy sweetness that perfectly complements the rich flavors of the ham, while the cloves add a classic holiday warmth.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 fully cooked spiral-cut ham (about 8-10 pounds)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup pure maple syrup<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup Dijon mustard<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cloves<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<li>Whole cloves (for studding)<\/li>\n<li>Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe is popular not only for its incredible taste but also for its simplicity. The spiral-cut ham makes slicing so easy, and the glaze takes just minutes to prepare. The maple syrup caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a stunningly glossy finish that will have your guests reaching for seconds. The aroma as it bakes is simply irresistible, making your home feel even more festive!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elevate your holiday feast with these two mouthwatering Christmas ham recipes infused with aromatic cloves that will leave your guests raving about your culinary skills.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":446023,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3626],"tags":[7803],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-441248","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-christmas","tag-christmas-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/441248","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=441248"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/441248\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/446023"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=441248"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=441248"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=441248"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=441248"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}