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Maple Bourbon Glazed Double-Smoked Ham

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A show-stopping holiday ham with a sweet and smoky maple bourbon glaze, perfect for feeding a crowd.
SERVINGS
Servings: 10 servings
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Resting: 20 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
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Ingredients  

For the Ham

  • 1 boneless spiral-cut ham 8-10 lbs
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup BBQ rub
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans optional

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat smoker to 275°F, using apple or cherry pellets.
  • Remove ham from packaging and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Discard any included glaze packet if not using.
  • Apply Worcestershire sauce all over ham as a binder, then thoroughly coat with BBQ rub, ensuring coverage of all sides and crevices.
  • Place ham on baking sheet or aluminum pan and let rub adhere for 15-30 minutes while smoker preheats.
  • Place ham in smoker and cook at 275°F until internal temperature reaches 140°F (approximately 3 hours for a 10-pound ham).
  • When ham reaches around 125°F internal temperature, prepare the glaze: Combine maple syrup, bourbon, brown sugar, mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, butter, cinnamon, and cloves in a medium saucepan.
  • Simmer glaze over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Once ham reaches 140°F, brush glaze generously all over ham and between slices.
  • Return ham to smoker for 15-20 minutes to allow glaze to set.
  • Remove from smoker, loosely cover with aluminum foil, and let rest for 15-20 minutes.
  • Top with crushed pecans before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked ham for best results
  • Smoking at 275°F is ideal - lower temperatures will significantly extend cooking time
  • Alternative binders: substitute mustard or mayo for Worcestershire sauce
  • Prepare for messy prep work - have plenty of paper towels, gloves, and a large work surface ready
  • Time the glaze preparation to coincide with ham reaching 125°F internal temperature for optimal consistency
  • Pairs well with smoked garlic mashed potatoes

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 84mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 38gVitamin A: 78IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 1mg
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