Glazed Baked Ham

Transform your holiday table into a show-stopping feast with this irresistible Glazed Baked Ham recipe. Featuring a tender, juicy bone-in ham coated in a luscious glaze made with brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and a hint of warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and ginger, this dish strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. The key to its rich caramelized finish is a two-step baking process: the ham is baked low and slow to lock in moisture, then finished at a higher temperature to create a sticky, golden glaze. Perfect for gatherings, this centerpiece serves up to 10 and pairs beautifully with classic sides like roasted vegetables or buttery mashed potatoes. Whether for Easter, Christmas, or a special Sunday dinner, this easy yet impressive recipe is your go-to for unforgettable flavor and festive flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:170 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 8 pounds bone-in fully cooked ham
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup honey
• 0.25 cup Dijon mustard
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

Place the ham, cut side down, in a large roasting pan and pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the pan.

Step 3

Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 2 hours (or about 15 minutes per pound) until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).

Step 4

While the ham is baking, prepare the glaze: In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground ginger.

Step 5

Heat the glaze over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Set aside.

Step 6

Once the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F, remove it from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).

Step 7

Remove the foil from the ham and carefully score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern using a sharp knife.

Step 8

Brush half of the glaze over the ham, making sure to get it into the scored areas.

Step 9

Return the ham to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and sticky.

Step 10

Halfway through this time, brush the remaining glaze over the ham.

Step 11

Remove the ham from the oven and allow it to rest for at least 15 minutes before carving and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4257.2 grams (4257.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6322

Total Fat 211.80g	272%
Saturated Fat 72.60g	363%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 2177mg	726%
Sodium 44985mg	1956%
Total Carbohydrate 298.80g	109%
Dietary Fiber 1.80g	6%
Total Sugars 293.20g
Protein 762.80g	1526%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 396mg	30%
Iron 35mg	193%
Potassium 10122mg	215%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.0%

Protein: 49.6%

Carbs: 19.4%