Honey-Glazed Ham
Honey-Glazed Ham is a baked ham coated with a sweet, sticky glaze.It is tender, juicy, and full of comforting flavors.The glaze caramelizes beautifully during baking.This dish is perfect for holidays, feasts, and family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (3–4 kg / 6–8 lb)
- ¾ cup honey
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 165°C (325°F).
- Place the ham on a rack in a roasting pan, cut side down.
- Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern; insert whole cloves if desired.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat and stir in honey, brown sugar, mustard, spices, and juice.
- Brush the glaze generously over the ham.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for about 1 hour, basting every 20 minutes.
- Remove foil during the last 20 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize.
- Bake until the ham is heated through and glossy.
- Rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use a fully cooked ham to reduce cooking time.
- Scoring helps the glaze penetrate the ham.
- Basting regularly enhances flavor and moisture.
- Let the ham rest before slicing for juicier results.
- Save pan drippings for extra glaze or gravy.