Here’s a simple, classic baked ham guide you can use for any occasion—from Sunday dinner to holidays 🍖
Baked Ham (Easy & Juicy)
Ingredients
- 6–10 lb fully cooked ham (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 cup liquid for pan (water, apple juice, pineapple juice, or cola)
Optional Glaze
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup mustard
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven
325°F (165°C). - Prepare ham
- Place ham cut-side down in a roasting pan.
- Add liquid to the bottom of the pan.
- Cover loosely with foil.
- Heat
- Bake about 15 minutes per pound until internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
- Glaze (optional)
- Simmer glaze ingredients 3–5 minutes.
- Brush glaze over ham during the last 30 minutes, uncovered.
- Rest & serve
- Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Popular Glaze Variations
- Pineapple Brown Sugar: Add crushed pineapple
- Honey Mustard: Extra mustard + honey
- Maple Bourbon: Add 2 tbsp bourbon
- Clove-Spiced: Stud ham with whole cloves
Slow Cooker Ham
- Place ham in slow cooker with ½ cup liquid
- Cook Low 4–5 hours
- Glaze in the last 30 minutes
Serving Ideas
- Scalloped potatoes
- Green beans or creamed peas
- Mac and cheese
- Dinner rolls
If you want, tell me:
- Bone-in or spiral ham?
- Oven or slow cooker?
- Sweet or savory glaze?
I can tailor it exactly how you like.
