Top Secret Reicpes Version of Honeybaked Ham Glazeby Todd Wilbur
Recreate the iconic holiday favorite with this "Top Secret Recipes Version of HoneyBaked Ham Glaze" by Todd Wilbur—a mouthwatering combination of sweet, spiced, and smoky flavors that transforms your spiral-sliced ham into a showstopping centerpiece. Featuring a perfect blend of granulated and brown sugar, warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, plus a touch of paprika and ginger, this glaze ensures a rich, caramelized crust that rivals the original. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can achieve that signature crispy glaze using a kitchen torch or your broiler—no special equipment required. Serve this irresistible, golden-brown ham warm or at room temperature, making it the ideal choice for holiday gatherings or family dinners. Bonus: It yields up to 20 servings, perfect for feeding a crowd!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 lb spiral-sliced fully cooked ham
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.25 tsp ground cloves
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 0.125 tsp ground ginger
Instructions
Remove the ham from its packaging and place it on a large platter or cutting board. Allow it to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to remove the chill from the meat (optional but recommended for even glazing).
In a medium bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, paprika, and ground ginger. Mix thoroughly to create the glaze mixture.
Lay out a large sheet of aluminum foil or parchment paper in preparation for the glazing process.
Gently pat the ham dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture that could interfere with the sugar glaze adhering properly.
Using a large spoon or your hands, generously sprinkle the glaze mixture over the entire ham, ensuring even coverage. Work the sugar mixture into the slices as much as possible to achieve a flavorful crust.
Place the glazed ham on the prepared foil or parchment paper. If you have a kitchen torch, use it to caramelize the sugar glaze. Slowly move the flame across the sugar until it melts, bubbles, and forms a golden-brown crust. Avoid lingering in one spot to prevent burning.
If you do not have a kitchen torch, preheat your oven's broiler on the low setting. Place the ham on a broiler-safe pan and position it on the middle rack of the oven. Broil for 2-3 minutes, watching closely, until the sugar melts and caramelizes. Rotate the pan as needed for even glazing.
Allow the ham to sit for 5-10 minutes after caramelizing to let the glaze set into a crispy crust.
Slice and serve the ham warm or at room temperature. Enjoy the sweet and savory balance of this homemade HoneyBaked Ham Glaze with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 299.4 g | 384% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.8 g | 534% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2134 mg | 712% | |
| Sodium | 38427 mg | 1671% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 297.7 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.6 g | ||
| Protein | 811.4 g | 1623% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 467 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 10719 mg | 228% | |
*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.
