Honey Glazed Ham

Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or you just want to treat yourself to a delicious dinner, you can’t go wrong with a honey-glazed ham. This simple recipe is easy to make the day-of and will impress everyone at your table.

Honey-Glazed Ham Ingredients

You’ll need just five ingredients for this top-rated honey-glazed ham recipe:

• Ham: This recipe calls for one 5-pound ready-to-eat ham. If your ham is larger or smaller, you’ll need to adjust the recipe.
• Cloves: Aromatic whole cloves add warm, spicy-sweet flavor.
• Honey: Of course, you’ll need honey. Pro-tip: Spray your measuring cup with cooking spray so the honey slides out easily.
• Corn Syrup: Dark corn syrup adds more flavor and contributes to caramelization. Some reviewers suggest substituting brown sugar or using a combination of corn syrup and brown sugar.
• Butter: Butter adds and helps retain moisture, resulting in a juicy honey-baked ham that’s impossible to resist.

How to Make Honey-Glazed Ham

You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s what you can expect when you make this honey-glazed ham recipe:

Use a sharp knife  to score the ham(in other words, make criss-cross slashes). Stud the ham evenly with cloves. Heat the honey, corn syrup, and butter in a double boiler to make the glaze. Brush the glaze over the ham and bake in a foil-lined pan for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, brushing every 15 minutes or so with the glaze. Broil the ham for a few minutes before removing it from the oven.

How to Store Honey-Glazed Ham

Store leftover honey-glazed ham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. You can eat it cold or reheat it in the oven or microwave.

Can You Freeze Honey-Glazed Ham?

Yes, you can freeze homemade honey-glazed ham. Wrap leftovers (in serving-sized portions) tightly in foil. Freeze for up to six weeks. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.