Glazed Honey Ham
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Glazed Honey Ham. This dish features a tender, juicy bone-in ham enveloped in a mouthwatering glaze of honey, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Perfect for holiday gatherings or family dinners, each slice bursts with sweet and savory flavors that will impress your guests and create lasting memories. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this glazed ham is sure to become the star of your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bone-in ham (8–10 lbs)
- 1 cup pure honey
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a roasting pan with foil.
- Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern and place it flat side down in the pan.
- In a bowl, mix honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, ground cloves, and orange juice until smooth.
- Pour half of the glaze over the ham, reserving the rest for basting.
- Cover loosely with foil and roast for 1 hour. Remove foil for the last 30 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
- Baste every 15 minutes during the uncovered cooking time.
- Once the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C), let it rest for 20 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 3 oz or 85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Experiment with spices like ginger or cinnamon for added flavor. Leftover ham can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.