Sheet Pan Glazed Ham
Sweet brown sugar mustard glaze caramelizes over a juicy spiral-cut ham for a showstopper holiday centerpiece with almost zero effort.
- Cook temp
- 325°F
- 163°C · preheat
- Total time
- 100 min
- 10 prep · 90 cook · 15 rest
- Pull at
- 140°F
- USDA safe minimum
- Rest
- 15 min
- Before slicing

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Nicole McLaughlin shows how to reheat spiral-cut ham tightly covered before brushing brown sugar glaze into the layers.
- Target //Cook at 325°F (163°C) for 100 mins.
- Doneness //Pull when internal temperature reaches 140°F (USDA safe minimum). Rest 15 mins before slicing.
- Golden Rule //A spiral-cut ham is the ultimate dad flex because it looks like you spent hours in the kitchen but really you just unwrapped it and painted on some glaze. Nobody needs to know your secret. Leftovers make incredible sandwiches, omelets, and fried rice all week.
- Family Tweak //The sweet glaze is already kid-friendly. Cut slices into small strips for little hands. Serve with pineapple rings for a classic combo.
Ingredients
- 7 lbsSpiral-Cut Half Ham, bone-in, fully cooked
- 1/2 cupPacked Brown Sugar
- 3 tbspDijon Mustard
- 2 tbspHoney
- 1 tbspApple Cider Vinegar
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Get to the point
- 1
Place 7-8 lb spiral-cut ham cut-side down on a foil-lined sheet pan and cover tightly with foil.
- 2
Bake at 325°F for 60 minutes until warmed through.
- 3
Mix brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and honey into a glaze; brush generously over ham.
- 4
Bake uncovered 25-30 minutes more until glaze is bubbly and caramelized; rest 15 minutes before carving.
Step by step
Tap a step to cross it offPrep & Cover the Ham
Preheat oven to 325°F. Place a 7 to 8 lb spiral-cut half ham cut-side down on a foil-lined rimmed sheet pan. Cover the entire ham tightly with aluminum foil to trap moisture.
WhyCut-side down prevents the slices from drying out and lets the juices baste the meat from inside.
Low & Slow Warm Through
60 minBake covered at 325°F for 60 minutes until the center of the ham reaches 120°F. The ham is already fully cooked so you are just gently reheating it.
WhyLow temperature reheating keeps pre-cooked ham from drying out. Patience here equals juicy ham.
Mix & Apply the Glaze
While ham heats, whisk together 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar until smooth. Remove foil from ham and brush the glaze generously over the entire surface, pushing it between the spiral slices.
WhyGetting glaze between the slices means every single piece has that sweet-tangy caramelized coating.
Caramelize & Rest
28 minReturn uncovered ham to oven and bake 25 to 30 minutes more until the glaze is bubbly and deep amber and the internal temperature hits 140°F. Rest on the sheet pan for 15 minutes before carving.
WhyThe glaze will look slightly runny coming out of the oven but sets up beautifully during the 15-minute rest.
- Dad pro tip
- A spiral-cut ham is the ultimate dad flex because it looks like you spent hours in the kitchen but really you just unwrapped it and painted on some glaze. Nobody needs to know your secret. Leftovers make incredible sandwiches, omelets, and fried rice all week.
- Kid & toddler adjustment
- The sweet glaze is already kid-friendly. Cut slices into small strips for little hands. Serve with pineapple rings for a classic combo.
- Serve with
- Scalloped potatoes · Honey-glazed carrots · Buttered dinner rolls
- Reheating
- Reheat slices in a 300°F oven wrapped in foil with 2 tbsp water for 10 minutes or until warmed through.
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 28 g
- Carbs
- 18 g
- Fat
- 14 g
Nutrition source: USDA FoodData Central #167864. Cook-time basis: 7 lb spiral-cut half ham on rimmed sheet pan at 325°F; USDA FSIS 140°F standard for pre-cooked ham reheating.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you reheat leftover sheet pan glazed ham without ruining the texture?
Reheat slices in a 300°F oven wrapped in foil with 2 tbsp water for 10 minutes or until warmed through.
What is the target internal temperature for this recipe?
Confirm internal core temperature reaches 140°F using an instant-read digital probe thermometer inserted into the thickest part. Allow the meat to rest for 15 minutes before slicing to let carryover heat equalize and lock in juices.
How do I adapt this meal for picky kids or toddlers?
The sweet glaze is already kid-friendly. Cut slices into small strips for little hands. Serve with pineapple rings for a classic combo.
What are the best side dishes to serve with this?
Recommended sides include Scalloped potatoes, Honey-glazed carrots, Buttered dinner rolls.