Savory Spiral Cut Ham
Impress your guests with the perfect centerpiece for any celebration: this Savory Spiral Cut Ham is as beautiful as it is delicious! Made with a tender, fully cooked spiral ham, this recipe features a mouthwatering glaze of honey, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. The glaze caramelizes beautifully in the oven, infusing the ham with a sweet and tangy flavor while keeping it moist and juicy. Easy to prepare with minimal hands-on time, this show-stopping dish is baked to perfection and basted regularly for maximum flavor. Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or a family gathering, this savory spiral cut ham will have everyone coming back for seconds. Slice, serve, and pair it with your favorite sides for a meal to remember!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pounds spiral cut ham (fully cooked)
- 0.5 cups honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cups water or chicken broth
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and position the oven rack in the center.
Place the spiral cut ham cut-side down in a large roasting pan. Add 1 cup of water or chicken broth to the bottom of the pan to keep the ham moist during cooking.
Cover the ham tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes (about 10 minutes per pound).
While the ham bakes, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves.
Add the unsalted butter and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
After the initial bake time, remove the ham from the oven and discard the aluminum foil.
Brush the ham generously with the prepared glaze, making sure to get in between the slices for added flavor.
Return the ham to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 30-45 minutes, basting with the glaze every 10-15 minutes, until the ham is heated through, golden, and caramelized.
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. The resting time allows the flavors to meld and the juices to redistribute.
Slice and serve your savory spiral cut ham with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6753 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 328.9 g | 422% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.7 g | 604% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1983 mg | 661% | |
| Sodium | 34866 mg | 1516% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 348.9 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 303.8 g | ||
| Protein | 598.5 g | 1197% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 487 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 22.4 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 10822 mg | 230% | |
*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.
