15-Minute Honey Glazed Ham
This glazed ham features a unique two-step coating process that creates an exceptional caramelized exterior. The honey and allspice mixture penetrates the meat during refrigeration, while the unrefined sugar forms a beautiful crust during baking. Perfect for holiday dinners or special occasions when you want to transform a simple precooked ham into an impressive centerpiece. The dual refrigeration steps ensure maximum flavor absorption and moisture control for the best texture.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Cut diagonal strips through ham skin about one-eighth inch deep and one-quarter inch apart, or skip if using spiral cut ham
- 2
Mix honey with ground allspice until combined
- 3
Place ham sliced side down on baking tray if using half ham
- 4
Pour honey mixture over ham, ensuring complete coverage
- 5
Refrigerate ham uncovered for two hours
- 6
Remove from refrigerator and pat excess moisture dry
- 7
Cover ham completely with unrefined sugar
- 8
Return to refrigerator for thirty minutes while preheating oven
- 9
Bake uncovered until heated through if precooked, or according to package directions if partially cooked
Tips
Pat the ham completely dry after the first refrigeration to help the sugar coating adhere properly.
Use unrefined sugar rather than white sugar for better caramelization and deeper flavor.
Let the glazed ham rest for 10 minutes after baking for easier carving.
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftover glazed ham for up to 5 days wrapped tightly
Can prepare through sugar coating step and refrigerate overnight before baking
Let rest 10 minutes after baking, then carve and serve warm
Common Mistakes
Skip patting dry after first refrigeration to avoid poor sugar adhesion
Don't skip refrigeration time or glaze won't set properly
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I use a fully cooked spiral ham?
Yes, skip the scoring step and just heat until warmed through, about 10-15 minutes per pound.
What if I don't have unrefined sugar?
Brown sugar works well as a substitute and will give similar caramelization and flavor depth.
How long will leftovers keep?
Properly stored glazed ham will keep refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for 2-3 months.