Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Spiral Ham

Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Spiral Ham is the best option if you want a real showstopper, easy to make. This recipe is one I love because of its sweet and savory balance; that glistening caramelized glaze makes every mouthful of ham simply drool-worthy. Besides, it is spiral ham, which is basically already cooked. You have to heat it, and then glaze it and let magic happen.

What is Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Spiral Ham All About?

Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Spiral Ham is a pre-cooked ham that incorporates spiral slicing to make easy serving, and then it goes into the oven coated with a decadent glaze of brown sugar, honey, and warming spices. The glaze caramelizes over the cooking time into a sweet, sticky coating that goes well with the robust, salty, and smoky flavor of the ham. It’s a classic for every holiday, but really, it’s so easy you can make it for any special dinner.

Ingredients

For the Ham:

• 1 fully cooked spiral ham (8–10 lbs)
• 1/2 cup water or apple juice (for baking pan)

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven – Set the oven to 325°F (165 °C).
2. Preparing Ham – Place the spiral ham in the roasting pan, flat side down, and add water or apple juice to the bottom of the pan. Cover with foil.
3. Bake – Place in the oven about 10 to 12 minutes per pound.
4. Make the glaze – In a saucepan, place brown sugar, honey, mustard, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, cook on medium heat until smooth and slightly thickened (approximately 5 minutes).
5. Glaze the ham – During the last 20 minutes of baking, take off the foil, brush the glaze generously over the ham, and return it to the oven. Baste again halfway through for extra flavor.
6. Serve – Allow the Ham to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Storage Tips

• Refrigerator holds leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Freeze slices in freezer bags for up to 2 months, and reheat in the oven or microwave.

Serving Suggestions

• Accompany it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or dinner rolls.
• Use leftovers for ham sandwiches, omelets, or ham and cheese sliders.

Pro Tips

• For an orange touch, stir a splash of orange juice into the glaze.
• For creating an adhesive layer, broil the ham beneath the flame for 2–3 minutes post-glazing.
• Use maple syrup as a replacement for honey for a deeper smoky-sweet taste.

FAQs

1. Is it all right to prepare the Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Spiral Ham in advance?

Yes, glaze and bake one day ahead and reheat covered in the oven.

2. Is this ham sweet?

Yes, it is sweet, but countered with mustard and spices.

3. Would regular ham work?

Yes, but need to score the surface so the glaze gets soaked.

4. How do I block drying of this ham?

Cover with foil, not overbake-it is already precooked.

Try It!

This Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Spiral Ham is proof that impressive meals don’t have to be complicated. With just a few simple ingredients, you can turn a store-bought ham into a centerpiece that’s sweet, savory, and unforgettable. Give it a try—you’ll be surprised how easy and delicious it is!