Honey glazed BAKED HAM

HONEY-GLAZED BAKED HAM RECIPE 

Why This Recipe Is Exceptional

This honey-glazed baked ham balances sweet, savory, and lightly tangy flavors with a moist interior and a glossy, caramelized exterior. Slow oven warming prevents dryness, while repeated glazing builds depth and shine.

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Ingredients

Ham

• 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (8–10 lb)

• ½ cup water, apple juice, or pineapple juice (for roasting pan)

• Whole cloves (optional, traditional)

Honey Glaze

• ¾ cup honey

• ½ cup brown sugar

• ¼ cup Dijon mustard (or yellow mustard for classic flavor)

• ¼ cup orange juice or apple juice

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves (optional)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Ham

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).

2. Remove ham from packaging, rinse briefly, and pat dry.

3. Place ham fat-side up on a rack in a roasting pan.

4. Score the surface in a diamond pattern about ½ inch deep.

5. Optional: Insert whole cloves at diamond points.

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2. Bake the Ham

1. Add liquid to the bottom of the roasting pan.

2. Cover ham loosely with foil.

3. Bake for 15–18 minutes per pound, until internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).

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3. Make the Honey Glaze

1. In a saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, mustard, juice, vinegar, and spices.

2. Heat gently until smooth and slightly thickened. Do not boil.

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4. Glaze and Caramelize

1. Remove foil during the final 30–40 minutes of baking.

2. Brush glaze generously over the ham every 10–15 minutes.

3. Allow glaze to melt, bubble, and caramelize into a rich golden crust.

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5. Rest and Serve

1. Remove ham from oven and rest 15–20 minutes.

2. Slice against the grain and spoon pan juices over the meat.

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Expert Tips for Perfect Results

• Do not overcook: Ham is already fully cooked; you are warming and glazing.

• Use a rack so glaze drips and caramelizes evenly.

• Prevent burning by tenting loosely with foil if glaze darkens too quickly.

• For deeper flavor, add 1 tablespoon bourbon or rum to the glaze.

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Serving Suggestions

• Scalloped or mashed potatoes

• Roasted carrots or green beans

• Soft dinner rolls or cornbread

• Fresh fruit or citrus salad

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Storage & Leftovers

• Refrigerate up to 5 days

• Reheat gently at 300°F, covered

• Excellent cold for sandwiches

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Optional Variations

• Pineapple Honey Ham: Add pineapple juice and rings

• Spicy Honey Ham: Add ¼–½ teaspoon cayenne

• Orange Honey Ham: Add fresh orange zest

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This Honey-Glazed Baked Ham delivers classic holiday flavor, beautiful presentation, and foolproof results—a centerpiece worthy of any celebration.

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INGREDIENTS

• Whole or half ham, ready to eat
• 1/8 c. prepared mustard
• 3 tbsp. honey
• Whole cloves
• 3/4 c. brown sugar

INSTRUCTIONS 

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place 1 tablespoon flour in turkey size (19" x 23 1/2") oven bag for whole ham or in large size (14"x20") oven bag for half ham. Place bag in 12"x8" baking dish. Insert ham in bag, fat side up. Close bat with twist tie. Pierce bag 6 to 8 times on top. Bake 12 minutes per pound. Remove from oven 30 minutes before it is baked. 

Carefully slit bag down center and to sides to expose ham. Remove skin, if any, and score fat, diamond shaped, 1/4" deep. Brush entire top of ham with mustard. Insert clove in each diamond. Cover generously with brown sugar. Drizzle with honey. Return to moderate oven, 375 degrees, for final half hour. 

 Microwave Oven:

 Follow directions above, using rubber band to close bag. 

Microwave on medium high (70% power) for 7 to 8 minutes per pound, adding glaze for final 10 minutes. 

Allow to stand, covered, 15 to 20 minutes before carving. 

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