Coca-Cola Baked Ham: A classic ham in coke recipe, with a glistening Coca-cola ham glaze. Coca-Cola Ham is a very southern preparation born in the heart of Georgia

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Ham In Coke

The idea of ham cooked in Coke may seem foreign to you. Yet if you live in the south, it’s a beloved way to prepare a baked ham.

Today I hope to convince you to pop open a can of cola before your next ham hits the oven rack!

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Coca-Cola Recipes

We recently spent a weekend in Atlanta, Georgia.

We were picking up a new puppy from the Atlanta airport, and decided to turn this monumental family affair into a weekend getaway.

The day before our new fur baby arrived, we spent a day popping into popular Atlanta eateries, strolling downtown, and visiting the aquarium.

At the end of the day we ended up at the Coca-Cola Museum.

Did you know Coke was invented in Atlanta… For medicinal purposes?!

The museum was a fun way to end our day, with a massive International Soda Tasting Room at the end of the tour. (Imagine the ramifications of two teens with unlimited access to hundreds of sodas.)

Yet I kept thinking about all the ways Coca-Cola has worked its way into our culture, and our recipes.

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Baked Ham With Coco-Cola Ham Glaze

We put Coke in cakes, brownies, puddings, and sauces. We use it to glaze ribs and flavor meatballs.

Yet my favorite Coca-Cola recipe is classic Coca-Cola Baked Ham.

Ham cooked in Coke creates a savory-sweet ham glaze that caramelized the edges of a spiral cut ham, yet keeps the slices moist and tender.

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Coca-Cola Ham Recipe Ingredients

You can use just a ham and a can of Coca-Cola to make Baked Ham In Coke, or you can add all sorts of ingredients to doctor it up.

I like to dress my Coca-Cola Ham with 5 simple ingredients:

  • Coca-Cola – The base of the ham glaze
  • Light brown sugar – To intensify the sweetness of the glaze.
  • Dijon mustard – To offer savory balance to the glaze.
  • Cornstarch – To slightly thicken the glaze as it bakes.
  • Cayenne pepper – For just a hint of spice!
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How To Make Coca-Cola Ham

  1. Mix the ingredients for the rub.
  2. Rub the mixture over the ham.
  3. Pour the Coke over the ham.
  4. Bake! Be sure to brush the pan juices (glaze) over the ham several times.

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Serving Suggestions

Baked Ham with Coca-Cola Glaze is a wonderful centerpiece for your holiday table. Cola-glazed ham should be served with all of your favorite Southern holiday sides! Try some of my own personal favorites:

Then use your fabulous leftovers to create the best ham sandwiches you’ve ever eaten!

Frequently Asked Questions

Why would you cook ham in coca cola?

Some of you are probably thinking, why would I cook a ham in soda? It may seem odd, but it adds the perfect amount of sweetness and caramelization to the ham while still keeping it moist!

How should I store leftover baked ham?

To store any leftover ham, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days! Reheat it or use it in sandwiches and soups!

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Coca-Cola Baked Ham

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Coca-Cola Baked Ham: A classic ham in coke recipe, with a glistening Coca-cola ham glaze. Coca-Cola Ham is a very southern preparation born in the heart of Georgia. 
Servings: 16

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet (or roasting pan) with foil. Place the ham in the pan.
  • In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, cornstarch, and cayenne pepper.
  • Rub the brown sugar mixture over the ham and down in between the slices.
  • Pour the cola over the ham. Cover the ham loosely with foil. Bake for 1 hour.
  • Take the ham out of the oven. Remove the foil. Spoon or brush the pan juices up over the ham. Place it back in the oven and bake another 30 minutes, uncovered.
  • Brush the ham with glaze a second time. Bake another 30 minutes, uncovered.
  • When ready to serve, brush the glaze over the ham one last time.

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Nutrition

Serving: 6ounces, Calories: 444kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 45g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Cholesterol: 147mg, Sodium: 184mg, Potassium: 745mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 10g, Calcium: 37mg, Iron: 5.2mg
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Author: Sommer Collier
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