Copycat Honey Baked Ham Recipe
Celebrate the holidays or any special occasion with this delightful Copycat Honey Baked Ham recipe that brings the famous $75 Honey Baked Ham into your home kitchen without breaking the bank.
This recipe captures the essence of a traditional Easter Sunday feast, complete with the sweet, caramelized crust that everyone loves. The preparation is simpler than you might expect, but the results are truly spectacular.
This Copycat Honey Baked Ham is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a nod to cherished family traditions. Enjoy the deliciously sweet and savory flavors that make this dish a holiday staple in many households.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12-14
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Cooking spray
- 8-10 lb plain fully cooked spiral sliced bone-in ham (ensure it is not pre-glazed)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Glaze:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the brown sugar, honey, mustard, pineapple juice, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture begins to bubble and thicken slightly. Remove from heat. The glaze will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9″x13″ baking pan with foil, ensuring it covers the sides. Spray thoroughly with cooking spray.
- Prepare the Ham:
- Place the ham cut-side down in the prepared pan. If desired, score the ham by making shallow cuts along the top of the skin to help the glaze penetrate deeper.
- Glaze the Ham:
- Brush one-third of the glaze over the top of the ham. Be sure to get some of the glaze into the cuts if you scored the ham.
- Bake the Ham:
- Bake the ham for 1 ½ hours in the preheated oven. After this time, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and brush the ham with half of the remaining glaze.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes, then apply the last of the glaze.
- Broil for a Caramelized Finish:
- Switch the oven to broil and place the ham under the broiler for 3-5 minutes, watching carefully, to allow the glaze to caramelize and become sticky.
- Rest and Serve:
- Let the ham rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it moist and flavorful.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve this honey baked ham as the centerpiece of your holiday meal, accompanied by side dishes like Big Mama’s dinner rolls, candied sweet potatoes, and collard greens for a traditional feast.