This Apricot Dijon Spiral Ham recipe demonstrates how simple it is to prepare a spiral ham with a sweet-and-savory glaze. It’s ideal for Easter, Christmas, or a cozy Sunday family dinner.
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With Easter approaching, I’m excited to share this easy crowd-pleaser. My family always enjoys it, and I’m confident yours will too.
The glaze is sweet and savory and comes together quickly. Brush it on the ham, then bake until heated through and glossy. This ham works wonderfully for holiday gatherings or a large family meal.
Spiral Ham recipe
Ingredients for the ham
- fully cooked bone-in spiral ham (6–8 pounds)
- packed brown sugar
- apricot preserves
- Dijon mustard
How to make Apricot Dijon Spiral Ham
Time needed: 1 hour and 30 minutes
How to make Apricot Dijon Spiral Ham
- Preheat oven and place ham in baking dish.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the ham, cut side down, in a shallow roasting pan or baking dish.
- Prepare the glaze and pour half of it over the ham.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine ½ cup packed brown sugar, ½ cup apricot preserves, and 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard. Stir until smooth, bring to a gentle bubble while stirring, then simmer 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and spoon half the glaze over the ham.
- Bake.
Bake the ham, uncovered, for 1 hour.
- Top the ham with the remaining glaze and continue to bake.
Brush the remaining glaze over the ham and bake another 15–30 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer shows 140°F and the ham is heated through.
- Slice and serve.
Let the ham rest briefly, then slice and serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
- Buy a half smoked, bone-in ham labeled “fully cooked.” Avoid country-style ham for this preparation, as it can be too dry and salty.
Spiral Ham: FAQs
Plan about 3/4 pound per person for bone-in ham, and about 1/2 pound per person for boneless ham.
Heat the ham gently and avoid overcooking. Covering with foil for part of the time and using a glaze helps retain moisture.
To reheat a spiral-sliced ham in a conventional oven, cover with heavy foil and warm at 325°F for about 10 minutes per pound. You can also reheat individual slices in a skillet or microwave.
Choose a half smoked, bone-in ham labeled fully cooked for best results with this glaze-based recipe.
How did you like this recipe
This ham is perfect for holiday meals and family dinners alike. It’s one of our favorite Easter main dishes. If you try it, please leave a comment to share how it turned out for your family.
Other ham recipes you may enjoy
- Honey Baked Glazed Ham Recipe
- Ham and Pineapple Fried Rice
- Iowa Ham Salad
- Ham, Bean and Cabbage Soup
- Coca Cola Glazed Ham
Apricot Dijon Spiral Ham
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Equipment
- Roasting pan or baking dish
- Small saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Instant-read thermometer (recommended)
Ingredients
- 1 fully cooked bone-in spiral ham, 6 to 8 pounds
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Place the ham cut side down in a shallow roasting pan or baking dish.
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Combine brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apricot preserves in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until smooth, bring to a gentle simmer while stirring, then simmer 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and spoon half the glaze over the ham.
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Bake the ham, uncovered, for 1 hour.
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Brush the remaining glaze over the ham and bake another 15–30 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer reads 140°F and the ham is heated through.
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Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose a half smoked, bone-in ham labeled “fully cooked.” Country-style ham is not recommended for this recipe because it tends to be dry and salty.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrates: 19g
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Protein: 51g
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Fat: 21g
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Sodium: 3184mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
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