Easy copycat Honey Baked ham

Does the mere thought of juicy slabs of a Honey Baked Ham have your mouth watering for your holiday dinner? Then get your dinner table ready! We have a succulent surprise of a recipe for you from The Chunky Chef.

It’s true that the wildly popular Honey Baked Ham is a fail-proof way to feed your family and friends an impressive holiday meal. But the world-famous hunk of meat will set you back at least $65 for a 7-pound half ham. If you have it shipped to your doorstep, tack on another $15. Why pay big bucks when you can make your very own honey-baked ham that rivals the legendary yet high-priced alternative? Our easy copycat honey-baked ham recipe will have your holiday guests clamoring for extra slices of juicy homemade ham and begging you for the recipe.

Buying a half ham or whole ham for Christmas or Easter is an investment, regardless of where you buy it. We’re here to help you buy the best ham for this recipe. Forgo bargain hams that are labeled “water-added.” Instead, opt for meat that is labeled just “ham” or “ham with natural juices.” The latter options have a superior texture and flavor compared to cheaper meat. We also recommend choosing a ham half that is shank-cut because the shank is easier to carve. An even easier option, of course, is purchasing a spiral-cut ham, which is pre-carved. Just make sure that the spiral ham that has no prepackaged glaze on it since you’ll be making your own.

Baking a ham is an easy affair: the oven does most of the work for you!

The secret that makes this copycat honey-baked ham recipe so indulgently memorable — and as tasty as the real deal — is the sweet and spicy crackling glaze. It transforms your ordinary baked ham into an amazing holiday meal that makes your family and friends take notice.

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This isn't even how you do its a dry rub with brown sugar and paprika and other spices of course but you do as though you would a creme brulee. But you don't roast the sugar the same way. The wet glaze is almost disgusting to see