Ah yes 😋 a glazed, spiral-cut ham is perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, or any special occasion — juicy, flavorful, and easy to serve thanks to the spiral slices. Here’s a detailed, foolproof recipe.
🍯 Glazed Spiral-Cut Ham
Ingredients
- 1 fully cooked spiral-cut ham (about 8–10 lbs)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon or yellow mustard
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (optional, for tang)
- ½ tsp ground cloves (optional, warm spice flavor)
- ½ cup water or orange juice (for baking pan)
Optional extras:
- Pineapple slices and maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Place ham in a roasting pan, cut side down.
- Add ½ cup water or orange juice to the bottom of the pan to keep it moist.
2. Prepare the Glaze
- In a small saucepan, combine:
- Brown sugar
- Honey
- Mustard
- Apple cider vinegar (if using)
- Cloves (optional)
- Heat gently, stirring until sugar dissolves.
3. Bake the Ham
- Cover ham loosely with foil.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes per pound (about 1½–2 hours for 8–10 lbs).
- Baste every 20–30 minutes with the glaze from the pan.
4. Apply Glaze & Broil
- During the last 15–20 minutes, remove foil.
- Brush generously with glaze.
- Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes to caramelize the top (watch closely to avoid burning).
5. Rest & Serve
- Let ham rest 10–15 minutes before slicing (keeps juices in).
- Serve with additional glaze if desired.
⭐ Tips for the Best Glazed Ham
- Don’t overcook — it’s already fully cooked; you just want it heated and glazed.
- Save pan drippings for a delicious sauce: skim fat, reduce, and drizzle over ham.
- Spiral-cut hams are perfect for buffets — slices pull apart easily.
If you want, I can also give you:
- Maple-bourbon glaze version
- Brown sugar and pineapple glaze
- Slow cooker spiral ham
Which version should I do next?
