Honey Baked Ham - I Heart Naptime (2023)

I will be adding this honey roasted ham recipe to my Easter menu this year! Normally I would do mineCrockpot Spiralschinkenorlightly roasted hambut this year I thought I'd try something different.

It's still made with a sweet honey ham coating that coats the meat and makes every bite so tender and juicy. This time though, after cooking it slowly in the oven for a couple of hours, we rolled the ham in a spiral in a sugar mixture and either fried it or set it on fire to form a caramelized sugar crust.

When cut, each piece has a crystallized ring that pops like candy!

This sweet and juicy homemade honey ham makes a stunning dish. It's easy to make and so full of delicious flavors! Pair it with tasty side dishes likedouble baked potatoes,glazed carrotEbroccoli salad, and you have a hassle-free feast toEaster, Thanksgiving, Christmas or Sunday lunch!

find fullprintable recipewith specific measurements below.

• Ham:To serve about 15 people, I use a bone-in spiral ham that weighs about 7 to 10 pounds. It comes baked and spiralized for you, so you don't have to worry about it. The bone in the middle holds it together.
• salted butter:Melted butter helps to spread the honey mustard over, in and around the meat in an even layer.
• Honig:It complements the natural sweetness of the ham itself.
• Dijon Sef:A spicy hot mustard that adds deep flavor to the glaze and balances the sweetness well.
• Ananassaft:We put the juice at the bottom of the pan to allow the pineapple flavor to penetrate the meat, as it creates a steam that keeps it tasty and moist.
• For the sugar rub:Granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, paprika and ginger combine to create a sweet, smoky, warm and sugary topping that caramelizes over high heat to form a lovely crust.

variations

If serving a smaller crowd, you can buy half a ham if you don't want leftovers. While there are many ways to use them, make sure you have a few to spare!

If you want boneless ham, technically you can use that. Just keep in mind that the texture will be different as it's a little more finished in the way it's reassembled to hold its shape.

You can also buy a ham without a spiral and just spread it on the outside. Remember to remove the shell first. It won't be a classic honey ham because the flavor doesn't penetrate the meat as much, but it will still cook well with a caramelized outer layer.

Some alternative ingredients could be to swap out the pineapple juice for orange juice or water and the honey for maple syrup or brown sugar.

1. Honey Ham Glaze.Mix the melted butter, honey and mustard and rub with your hands over and between the spirals, if desired. Place cut side down in a shallow skillet and pour over the pineapple juice. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated 325°F oven for 2 hours and 20 minutes.
2. Remove the ham from the oven.Cover and let cool for 15 minutes.
3. Make the sugar rub.Meanwhile, combine the ingredients for the sugar in a small bowl and pour 1/2 of the mixture into a baking dish.
4. Cover meat.Remove the foil from the ham and place on the baking sheet with the rube sugar. Leave the flat part alone, but rub the rest of the ham into the sugar mixture until well coated.
5. Caramelize the sugar crust.If you have a kitchen torch, light it. If not, turn the oven to broiler and place it under the broiler. Don't get too close to the ham, about 1 inch is fine or it could burn. Whisk continuously in small circles until the sugar starts to bubble and turns into a hard, shiny shell. Keep an eye out, sugar can go from sweet to burnt very quickly.
6. Servier es!Reduce the remainder of the sugar mixture on the stovetop until thickened and serve with the honey ham as a dipping sauce. To enjoy!

expert tips

• Bring the meat to room temperature.Let rest 30 minutes before cooking. It helps with cooking.
• Remember to add liquid to the pot!In addition to adding flavor, it also helps keep the meat juicy. Since it's already cooked, we don't want it to dry out.
• Don't throw away the bone!After enjoying your honey-roasted ham, save the bone to make a homemade stock or broth.Bean and Ham Soup.
• When your guests aren't ready to eat, keep warm at 170°F until ready to serve.
• let it restAs with any meat, you should let it rest as soon as it comes out of the oven. Juices have a chance to settle and redistribute.
• The gravy and gravy mixture will harden as it cools.Reheat as needed.

Frequently asked questions about recipes

store

Leftovers stay fresh and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. The sugar helps preserve it so you have plenty of time for leftovers!

Reheat all the slices in the microwave or oven over low heat.

Ideas for leftover cooked ham

Ham can be added to so many dishes! Here are just a few ideas:

• Quiche Ham And Cheese
• Creamy ham and potato soup
• Ham and Cheese Stuffed Potato Recipe
• fried rice with ham
• Pinwheels with baked ham and cheese
• Ham and Cheese Strips

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