Here’s a classic Honey-Glazed Ham recipe—sweet, savory, and perfect for holidays or family dinners. 🍯🍖
Ingredients
- 1 fully cooked ham (about 2–3 kg)
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tsp ground cloves (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Ham
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Place the ham in a roasting pan.
- Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern with a knife (this helps the glaze soak in).
2. Make the Honey Glaze
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in honey, brown sugar, mustard, and spices.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes until smooth and slightly thick.
3. Bake the Ham
- Brush some glaze over the ham.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake 45–60 minutes.
4. Glaze Again
- Remove foil and brush more glaze over the ham.
- Bake uncovered 15–20 minutes more, brushing with glaze every 5–10 minutes until shiny and caramelized.
5. Serve
- Let the ham rest 10 minutes, then slice and serve.
✅ Tips:
- Insert whole cloves into the scored lines for extra aroma.
- Serve with sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or dinner rolls.
- Use leftover ham for sandwiches, soups, or omelets.
If you want, I can also show you the famous holiday-style honey baked ham method that makes the outside crispy and caramelized like restaurant hams. 🍯🔥
