How long does it take to cook Honey Baked Ham with Orange-Brown Sugar Glaze?

A fully cooked ham takes about 15 minutes per pound at 275°F. So for a 10-pound ham, expect around 2.5 hours. Don’t forget the final 30 minutes for glazing and basting.

Can I prepare the glaze ahead of time?

Absolutely. You can prepare the orange-brown sugar glaze up to three days in advance and store it in the fridge. Just reheat slightly before using so it spreads easily over the ham.

What should I do with leftovers?

Leftovers from Honey Baked Ham with Orange-Brown Sugar Glaze are gold. Use them in sandwiches, breakfast scrambles, soups, or even tossed with pasta. The sweet glaze holds up wonderfully in reheated dishes.

Is it better to use fresh or bottled orange juice?

Fresh is best. The natural acidity and zest from freshly squeezed orange juice gives the glaze more depth and brightness. But if needed, bottled will work—just go for pulp-free and unsweetened.

Honey Baked Ham Recipe: 5-Step Delicious Holiday Glaze Guide

Ingredients

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1 bone-in spiral ham (8-10 lbs)
1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
1 1/4 cups dark brown sugar
1/3 cup honey
1 tbsp orange zest
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Whole cloves for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
Score ham in a criss-cross pattern and place in roasting pan.
In saucepan, combine orange juice, brown sugar, honey, zest, and optional spices. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
Brush glaze over ham and cover loosely with foil.
Bake for 15 minutes per pound, basting with glaze every 30 minutes.
Uncover for final 30 minutes to allow glaze to caramelize.
Remove from oven, let rest 15 minutes before carving.

Notes

Use fresh orange juice for best flavor.
For a deeper glaze, add a splash of bourbon.
Leftovers make great sandwiches or breakfast hash.

Author: Paula
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2.5 hours
Category: Holiday Recipes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 oz
Calories: 380
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 1280mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 85mg