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Apple Cider Glazed Ham

This 5-ingredient ham is the definition of high reward for low effort. We skip the processed packet and use real apple cider and honey to create a sticky, caramelized glaze that tastes like a restaurant meal but is easy enough for a stress-free holiday.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:1 hour 50 minutes
Total Time:2 hours

Equipment

  • 1 Large roasting pan
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Heavy-duty aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 8 pounds spiral-sliced, fully cooked ham bone-in or boneless
  • 1 ½ cups apple cider NOT apple cider vinegar!
  • cup brown sugar packed
  • cup whole grain mustard
  • cup honey

Instructions

  • Step 1. Prep the glaze. Preheat your oven to 325°F (162°C) and adjust the rack to the lower position. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the apple cider, brown sugar, mustard, and honey until smooth.
  • Step 2. Pour and cover. Place the ham, cut side down, in a large roasting pan. Pour the glaze evenly over the top, separating the slices slightly to let it seep in. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil to lock in the steam.
  • Step 3. Bake. Bake for 10-12 minutes per pound. For an 8-pound ham, this will be about 1 hour and 20 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • Step 4. Caramelize. Remove the foil and carefully turn the ham onto its side. Continue baking uncovered for another 30 minutes, basting with the pan juices every 10 minutes to build a sticky crust.
  • Step 5. Rest. Once the ham is golden and heated through, remove it from the oven. Let it rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing to keep the juices locked in.

Notes

Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze slices in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.
Reheating: Warm slices in a 300°F oven covered with foil to keep them moist.
Don't toss the bone! If you have a bone-in ham, save the bone in a freezer bag to make split pea or potato soup later.

Nutrition

Calories: 483kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 2201mg | Potassium: 551mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg
Servings: 20 servings
Calories: 483kcal
Author: Katie Shaw