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Glazed Spiral Ham Recipe

Published: March 11, 2025 Prep Time: About 15 minutes Cook Time: 2 hours Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes Serves: 12 Difficulty: Easy Category: Main Course Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 spiral-cut ham (8-10 pounds)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Place ham in a roasting pan, cut-side down.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, honey, mustard, vinegar, cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Brush half of the glaze over the ham.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 1 1/2 hours.
  6. Remove foil and brush with remaining glaze.
  7. Add pineapple juice to the bottom of the pan.
  8. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, basting occasionally.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes.
  10. Slice and serve with pan juices.

Special Notes

This glazed ham is perfect for holidays and special occasions. The combination of brown sugar, honey, and spices creates a sweet and savory glaze that caramelizes beautifully. The key is to baste the ham frequently during the last 30 minutes to create a shiny, sticky glaze. It's a great centerpiece for any festive meal.