Honey Baked Ham the Real Thing
Get ready to impress your guests with "Honey Baked Ham: The Real Thing," a show-stopping centerpiece packed with irresistible flavor! This recipe takes a perfectly cooked bone-in spiral-cut ham and elevates it with a luscious homemade glaze made from honey, brown sugar, butter, and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. A splash of Dijon mustard and paprika adds a subtle tangy depth, while repeated basting at high heat creates a beautifully caramelized crust that's golden, sticky, and full of bold, sweet-savory goodness. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or any special occasion, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures a tender, juicy ham every time. With just 15 minutes of prep, your home will be filled with an aroma so enticing, your guests will be counting the moments until it's time to serve!
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Ingredients
- 8 pounds fully cooked bone-in spiral-cut ham
- 1 cup honey
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon cloves (ground)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Step 2
Place the ham cut-side down in a roasting pan and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 1.5 hours, or about 10-12 minutes per pound, until heated through.
Step 3
While the ham is heating, prepare the glaze. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, paprika, Dijon mustard, and water. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble gently. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside.
Step 4
Remove the ham from the oven and discard the aluminum foil. Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (205°C).
Step 5
Brush the glaze generously over the entire ham, making sure to get it into the spirals and crevices.
Step 6
Return the ham to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes. During this time, baste the ham with more glaze every 7-10 minutes for a rich, caramelized crust.
Step 7
Once finished baking, remove the ham from the oven and loosely tent it with foil. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Step 8
Serve the ham warm and enjoy its sweet, spiced flavors!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (4166.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 7036.4 |
| Total Fat 236.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 82.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 2119.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 44301.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 398.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 390.9g | |
| Protein 764.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 552.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 10208.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories