Classic Easter Glazed Ham
This classic glazed ham recipe is perfect for your Easter celebration. A pre-cooked ham is basted with a sweet and tangy glaze made from brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and orange juice, resulting in a delicious and festive centerpiece.
Equipment
- roasting pan
- whisk
- meat thermometer
- foil
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6-8 lbs Pre-cooked, Bone-in or Boneless Ham
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cloves
- 1/2 cup Orange Juice or Pineapple Juice
- 1/2 inch water or juice for roasting pan
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Remove the ham from its packaging and allow it to come to room temperature for 1-2 hours. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Optionally, score the fatty side of the ham in a diamond pattern, about 1/4 inch deep.
- Place the ham fat-side up in a large roasting pan with 1/2 inch of water or juice at the bottom. Bake for 10-12 minutes per pound, until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C).
- While the ham bakes, whisk together brown sugar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, ground cloves, and orange or pineapple juice to make the glaze.
- Take the ham out of the oven and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
- Brush the ham generously with glaze every 10-15 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C) and the glaze is caramelized (approximately 20-30 minutes).
- Remove the ham from the oven, tent it loosely with foil, and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, allow the ham to rest properly before slicing to keep it juicy. If you don't have a roasting pan, a large oven-safe dish will work. Adjust the glaze sweetness to your preference by adding more honey or brown sugar. If the glaze starts to brown too quickly, you can cover the ham loosely with foil while it finishes cooking.