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The Ultimate Easter Ham Glaze
Nothing makes an Easter dinner idea feel more complete than a beautiful, golden ham at the center of the table. Sweet peaches, fragrant honey, warm spices, and a generous splash of white cooking wine come together in a glaze that caramelizes into the most incredible lacquered crust. It is a fun twist on the classic pineapple ham pairing, and once you try it, you may never go back.
The subtle fruitiness of the peach preserves plays off the salty, savory ham in the most satisfying way. Fresh thyme adds an herbal, almost floral note that makes this glaze feel genuinely elegant with very little effort. Best of all, you can make it ahead, which makes this one of the most practical make-ahead Easter recipes in our collection.
What makes this glazed ham recipe special: The recipe works on any style of fully cooked ham, the glaze comes together in one saucepan, and the results look and taste like something from a high-end holiday spread. The white cooking wine keeps the sweetness balanced while creating incredible basting juices as the ham roasts.
Quick Stats: 10 min prep | Approx. 2 hr cook time | Serves 20 | Works on any fully cooked ham | Glaze can be made 3 days ahead
The finished ham: golden, caramelized, and aromatic. A showstopper for any Easter dinner.
Why This Glaze Works So Well
The combination of peach preserves, honey, and Dijon mustard creates a glaze with three distinct flavor layers: fruity sweetness, floral depth, and a savory tang that keeps the whole thing from tipping into dessert territory. The Dijon is the quiet hero here. It emulsifies the glaze and adds a subtle sharpness that makes every bite more interesting.
Holland House White Cooking Wine brings it all together. Its slightly dry, crisp character cuts through the sweetness without dulling it, and the wine in the bottom of the roasting pan creates a savory steam that keeps the ham incredibly moist throughout cooking. Stir those drippings back into any remaining glaze before serving and you have an instant table sauce that guests will ask about.
Perfect Occasions for This Glazed Ham:
Easter Sunday as the centerpiece of an easy Easter dinner
Mother’s Day brunch served alongside eggs and fresh fruit
Spring entertaining and backyard gatherings
Christmas and New Year’s when you want something showstopping but manageable
Meal prep since leftovers keep for days and work in dozens of recipes
Everything you need for the glaze: peach preserves, honey, Dijon, cloves, cinnamon, fresh thyme, and Holland House White Cooking Wine.
Which Type of Ham Should You Buy?
This is the question that trips people up most at the grocery store. Here is a quick breakdown to make the decision easy.
Bone-in ham delivers the richest, most traditional flavor. The bone
