Honey-Baked Ham with Spicy Horseradish Glaze
This exquisite Honey-Baked Ham with Spicy Horseradish Glaze elevates your holiday meal or family gathering with its irresistible blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy notes. Featuring a fully cooked and smoked semi-boneless ham, this recipe combines crushed pineapple, apple or cranberry jelly, and a horseradish kick to create a glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. The ham is not only a stunning centerpiece but also offers a delightful contrast of flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for celebrations or Sunday dinners, this dish will surely become a favorite in your household.
8-10
Servings
300
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Fully cooked, smoked semi-boneless ham
6 lbs (None)
Crushed pineapple
1/2 cup ((with 1/2 amount of its juice))
Apple jelly or cranberry jelly
1/2 cup (None)
Prepared horseradish
4 teaspoons (None)
Dijon mustard
3 teaspoons (None)
Maple syrup
1/4 cup (None)
Ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon (None)
Allspice
1/4 teaspoon (None)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
2
Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern, making shallow cuts about 1 inch apart. This will help the glaze seep into the meat and create deeper flavor.
3
Place the scored ham in a roasting pan and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until heated through.
4
While the ham is baking, prepare the glaze. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the crushed pineapple (with its juice), apple jelly (or cranberry jelly), horseradish, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, cinnamon, and allspice.
5
Stir the mixture gently until the jelly melts and all the ingredients are well combined. Allow it to simmer for 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened.
6
Remove the ham from the oven and carefully brush a generous amount of the warm glaze over the top and sides of the ham. Reserve about half of the glaze for serving.
7
Return the ham to the oven and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, brushing with the glaze every 10 minutes until the ham is caramelized and reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
8
Once done, let the ham rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with the remaining glaze on the side for drizzling.
Nutrition Information
14
Fat
36
Carbs
12
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is Honey-Baked Ham with Spicy Horseradish Glaze.
What type of ham is required?
You need a 6 lb fully cooked, smoked semi-boneless ham.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe serves 8 to 10 people.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 325°F (165°C).
How should I prepare the surface of the ham?
Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern with shallow cuts about 1 inch apart.
Why is it important to score the ham?
Scoring helps the glaze seep into the meat and creates a deeper flavor.
How long is the initial baking time?
The ham should bake covered with foil for about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
What ingredients are used in the glaze?
The glaze consists of crushed pineapple, apple or cranberry jelly, horseradish, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, cinnamon, and allspice.
Can I use a different type of jelly for the glaze?
Yes, you can use either apple jelly or cranberry jelly.
How much horseradish is needed?
The recipe calls for 4 teaspoons of prepared horseradish.
How do I prepare the glaze?
Combine the ingredients in a saucepan over low heat and simmer until the jelly melts and the mixture thickens slightly.
How long should the glaze simmer?
It should simmer for 5-10 minutes.
When do I apply the glaze to the ham?
Apply the glaze after the initial 1.5 hours of baking, once the ham is heated through.
How much of the glaze should be applied while baking?
Apply a generous amount to the top and sides, but reserve about half for serving.
How long is the final baking period after glazing?
The ham bakes for an additional 20-30 minutes after glazing.
How often should the ham be brushed with glaze during the final bake?
Brush the ham with glaze every 10 minutes until it is caramelized.
What is the target internal temperature for the ham?
The ham should reach an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
How long should the ham rest before slicing?
Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
How should the extra glaze be served?
The remaining glaze should be served on the side for drizzling over the meat.
What are the primary flavors of the glaze?
The glaze is described as an irresistible blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy notes.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are approximately 300 calories per serving.
How much protein is in this dish?
There are 12 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 14 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 36 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What kind of pineapple is used?
Use 1/2 cup of crushed pineapple with half of its juice.
What spices are used in the glaze?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of allspice.
Is this recipe suitable for holidays?
Yes, it is perfect for holiday meals, family gatherings, or Sunday dinners.
What amount of maple syrup is required?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of maple syrup.
What kind of mustard is used for the glaze?
Three teaspoons of Dijon mustard are used.
Is the ham bone-in or boneless?
The recipe specifies a semi-boneless ham.