Honey Glazed Ham

Close-up of a cooked, sliced ham showing its pink interior and glazed, browned outer layer.

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This Honey Glazed Ham warms slowly in the oven and finishes with a simple glaze made from honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and butter. The glaze melts into the surface and forms a glossy coating while the ham stays juicy inside. It is easy to prepare and makes a reliable centerpiece for holidays or family meals.

Course Main Course, main dish, Main Dish Recipes

Cuisine American

Keyword easter ham, holiday ham, Honey Glazed Ham

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Servings servings

Calories 375kcal

Author Robin Donovan

Ingredients

4 pound cooked ham
½ cup honey
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

Set the oven to 325°F so the ham warms slowly and evenly. Place the ham in a large roasting pan with the cut side facing down.
Cover the ham tightly with foil. The foil traps moisture and prevents the surface from drying out while the ham warms.
Place the covered ham in the oven and bake until it heats through. The goal during this stage is simply to warm the meat evenly.
While the ham warms, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
Remove the ham from the oven and carefully unwrap the foil. Brush the glaze evenly across the surface so it coats the meat.
Return the ham to the oven uncovered. The glaze will thicken and begin to caramelize as the ham finishes heating.
Remove the ham from the oven and allow it to rest briefly. Slice the ham and spoon any extra glaze from the pan over the top before serving.

Notes

If the glaze begins to darken too quickly, loosely tent the ham with foil during the final bake. This prevents the sugars from burning while the ham continues to warm.
Leftover ham stores well in the refrigerator for up to four days. You can also freeze sliced ham for up to two months and reheat it gently when ready to use.

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