Brown Sugar and Honey Glazed Ham with Mustard and Cinnamon

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A classic holiday ham glazed with a luscious mixture of brown sugar, honey, and warm cinnamon, finished with a touch of tangy mustard for balance. This american-inspired easter ready in about 125 minutes pairs pounds fully cooked bone-in ham, packed brown sugar, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 10, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 105 min Serves 10 American cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Score the surface of the 7-pound fully cooked bone-in ham in a diamond pattern about 1/4-inch deep and stud with 10 whole cloves inserted into the intersections.
  2. Step 2: Place the ham in a roasting pan with 1/2 cup water at the bottom to maintain moisture during cooking.
  3. Step 3: In a bowl, mix 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup honey, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Brush the glaze evenly over the ham, covering all exposed surfaces.
  5. Step 5: Tent the ham loosely with foil and bake for 1 hour, then remove the foil and baste generously with remaining glaze. Continue baking uncovered for 45 minutes more, basting every 15 minutes, until the glaze is sticky and golden.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing to serve warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Brown Sugar and Honey Glazed Ham with Mustard and Cinnamon take to make?

Total time is about 125 minutes (20 min prep + 105 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Brown Sugar and Honey Glazed Ham with Mustard and Cinnamon?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep packed brown sugar from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Brown Sugar and Honey Glazed Ham with Mustard and Cinnamon?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Brown Sugar and Honey Glazed Ham with Mustard and Cinnamon for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Brown Sugar and Honey Glazed Ham with Mustard and Cinnamon?

American easter like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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