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Easy Honey Baked Ham

This Easy Honey Baked Ham is a comforting dish perfect for family gatherings, with a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that's sure to please everyone.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dinner, Holiday, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bone-in ham (about 8 to 10 pounds) 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (about 8 to 10 pounds)
  • 1 cup 1 cup honey The star of the show—choose wildflower honey for a floral touch.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds depth and a lovely caramel flavor.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup Dijon mustard For a delightful zing that balances the sweetness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Warmth that whispers of holiday cheer.
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon An embrace of spice that adds coziness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Just a touch to elevate the flavors.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar Helps cut the sweetness for a well-rounded flavor.
  • whole cloves Whole cloves (optional, for studding the ham) For those who enjoy beautiful presentation!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
  2. Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil.
  3. Carefully place the ham, cut side down, in the pan. If you'd like, stud it with whole cloves.
  4. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, black pepper, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until smooth.
  5. Brush a generous amount of the glaze over the ham.
  6. Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes per pound, until the internal temperature reaches 140°F.
  2. About 30 minutes before it's done, remove the foil and brush on more glaze.
  3. Once done, let the ham rest for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

You can prep the glaze the day before for enhanced flavor. If the ham seems too dry, drizzle some broth or leftover glaze over it before serving. For a variation, consider adding a splash of orange juice to the glaze.