This is the perfect glazed ham. By using a spiral cut bone-in ham, you’ll get the maximum amount of flavor with just the right sweetness with the caramelized glaze.

brown sugar glazed ham on a plate surrounded by a kitchen towel and parsley

The best glazed ham recipe

It can feel intimidating making a whole ham whether it’s for a family dinner or the holidays. With this recipe, I’ll show you how to make an absolutely delicious ham that is simple, but packed full of flavor.

With a few simple tricks, like using a spiral cut ham, you’ll get a caramelized glaze that slides in each piece.

This is the kind of recipe that your friends and family will be asking for time and time again after you’ve served it.

Ingredients for a brown sugar glazed ham recipe

  • fully cooked, spiral cut, bone-in ham
  • butter
  • brown sugar
  • cinnamon
  • allspice
  • dijon mustard
ingredients to make brown sugar glazed ham

How much ham should I buy

A good rule of thumb for estimating how much bone-in ham to buy per person is to plan for about ¾ to 1 pound per person. This takes into account the weight of the bone and allows for a generous portion per person.

substitutions and alterations

This could also be made with a boneless ham or half ham. You’ll just want to adjust the amounts and cooking times to the size and type of ham you are using.

How to bake a ham in the oven

  1. Remove the ham from the refrigerator 1 hour before cooking.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  3. Place the ham, flat side down, in a roasting pan and cover it with foil.
  4. Bake in the oven for 60 minutes.
  5. While the ham is baking, add the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, and dijon mustard to a small saucepan.
  6. Heat it over medium heat, whisking as the butter begins to melt. Remove from the heat.
  7. Remove the ham from the oven, remove the foil, and baste it with the glaze.
  8. Place the ham back in the oven and bake an additional 20 minutes.
  9. Remove the ham from the oven and add the remaining glaze.
brown sugar glaze for ham

How long do I cook a ham

When it comes to cooking a bone-in ham, you’ll want to cook it for 15-20 minutes per pound at 325ºF.

After it’s cooked through, you’ll want to let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

tips and tricks for this brown sugar glaze recipe

  • If the glaze is too thick and you need to thin it out, add water a tablespoon at a time until it’s the consistency you want.
  • If you can’t find spiral sliced, be sure to score the ham with a sharp knife in a diamond pattern about 1/4″ deep around the ham.
  • You’ll want to wait to add the glaze until the last 20 minutes of baking to keep the sugar from burning.

how to store and reheat glazed ham

Let the ham cool completely. Once it’s cooled, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

When it’s time to reheat the ham, place it in an oven-safe baking dish and cover it with foil. Heat at 325ºF until heated through. I recommend slicing it before heating to make it quicker.

brown sugar glazed ham on a plate surrounded by a kitchen towel and parsley

FAQs for baked ham

Do you cook the ham before you glaze it?

You will partially cook the ham before glazing it. You don’t want to glaze it immediately because the sugar in the glaze will cause it burn.

Is light or dark brown sugar better for ham?

Neither choice is better. They are both great. If you want a stronger molasses flavor, you can use dark brown sugar. Both work well for getting a sweet, caramelized glaze.

What is brown sugar glaze made of?

Brown sugar glaze is a combination of brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, allspice, and dijon mustard.

What is the best way to cook a precooked ham?

The best way to cook a precooked ham is by placing it flat side down in a baking dish and covering it with foil. Place it in the oven and bake it for 15-20 minutes per pound if it’s a bone-in ham.

What to make with ham

My favorite thing to make with ham is macaroni and cheese. They’re the perfect match.

Ham goes great with a lot of dishes.

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Easy Brown Sugar Glaze for Ham

By: sweetlysplendid.com
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Prep 5 minutes
Cook 1 hour 20 minutes
Total 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 people
This is the perfect glazed ham. By using a spiral cut bone-in ham, you'll get the maximum amount of flavor with just the right sweetness with the caramelized glaze.

Ingredients 

Instructions 

  • Remove the ham from the refrigerator 1 hour before cooking.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Place the ham, flat side down, in a roasting pan and cover it with foil.
  • Bake in the oven for 60 minutes.
  • While the ham is baking, add the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, and dijon mustard to a saucepan.
  • Heat it over medium heat, whisking as the butter begins to melt. Remove from the heat.
  • Remove the ham from the oven, remove the foil, and baste it with the glaze.
  • Place the ham back in the oven and bake an additional 20 minutes.
  • Remove the ham from the oven and add the remaining glaze.

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Notes

  • If the glaze is too thick and you need to thin it out, add water a tablespoon at a time until it’s the consistency you want.
  • If you can’t find spiral sliced, be sure to score the ham with a sharp knife in a diamond pattern about 1/4″ deep around the ham.
  • You’ll want to wait to add the glaze until the last 20 minutes of baking to keep the sugar from burning.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75lb, Calories: 679kcal, Carbohydrates: 15g, Protein: 69g, Fat: 37g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 13g, Trans Fat: 0.4g, Cholesterol: 289mg, Sodium: 4208mg, Potassium: 1044mg, Fiber: 0.1g, Sugar: 14g, Vitamin A: 285IU, Vitamin C: 85mg, Calcium: 38mg, Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Dinner, Main Course, Main Dish, Main Dishes
Cuisine: American

Hi! I’m Kara!

Kara loves all things food and spending time with her family and dogs. She has a passion for cooking and loves making yummy, family-friendly recipes.

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  1. The glaze was absolutely delicious! I didn’t have Dijon mustard so I used yellow and it was really tasty. Thank you for sharing.