11 amazing Easter hams: Glazed, slow-cooked, spiced, roasted and more
The showpiece on many Easter tables is a gorgeous, glazed ham. Purchasing a prepared ham certainly saves time — but making your own is easier than you think.
So, we've rounded up 11 of our favorite homemade ham recipes — from glazed to spiced and slow-cooked to roasted — that will make the perfect centerpiece for your holiday table and feed the whole family (with plenty of leftovers).
Easy Glazed Ham with Sriracha and Orange Marmalade by Grace Parisi
It's hard to believe that just six ingredients combine to make such a knockout roast. The marmalade is citrusy, sweet and just a little bitter, the Sriracha is tangy and peppery, the ginger is sharp and spicy and the lemon juice balances out the sweetness of brown sugar with just the right amount of sour.
Fresh Ham with Rosemary, Garlic and Lemon by Anthony Scotto and Elaina Scotto
Roasted ham is Ryan Scott's simple way to feed his whole family — not just for Easter. Most of the preparation is done the day before and the flavorful sauce is made in the same pan used for roasting.
Spiced Pomegranate Glazed Ham by
Cinnamon and star anise provide a warm spice to this delicious glaze, while pomegranate juice and honey add a subtle sweetness to this inspired ham roast. Sherry vinegar and mint round out the flavors for a fresher take on the classic dish.
Five 5-Ingredient-or-Less Ham Glazes by Sunny Anderson
Sunny Anderson loves to have fun with recipes by adding tasty twists to familiar foods. Here, ham gets five different five-ingredient-or-less glazes to suit whichever flavor profile you're hoping to achieve.
Cola Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze and Jezebel Sauce by Elizabeth Heiskell
Serve this cola and brown sugar-glazed ham with Jezebel sauce. Why the name? It's called Jezebel sauce because it's easy to make and gets passed around more than an offering plate.
Roasted Ham with Pineapple Glaze and Bacon Brussels Sprouts by Al Roker
If you're feeding a large crowd for the holidays (or just want to have plenty of leftovers), serve up this roasted ham with pineapple glaze and serve it with Brussels sprouts made with bacon and garlic. It's a Roker family-favorite!
Slow-Cooker Glazed Ham by Casey Barber
Serving a ham for your holiday buffet doesn't have to be a labor intensive process. Use your slow cooker to do the heavy lifting! This oh-so-simple method ensures a centerpiece-worthy dish that's tender and full of flavor — never dry or overcooked. Topped with a sweetly spiced mustard glaze, every slice is dressed to impress.
Adam Richman's Flavor Bomb Ham by Adam Richman
There are few aromas better than the smell of homemade ham wafting through the house as it cooks. Some ham recipes use a very sweet coating, but this one has a bit of heat from red pepper and ginger. The fragrant, fruity notes are amped up from orange zest and pineapple juice. Smelling this ham is believing.
Pepper and Maple Rubbed Ham with Fixings by Alison Roman
Alison Roman is into ham for two reasons: First, it always feeds any amount of people and second, for the leftovers! Also, it's already cooked, seasoned and smoked, so no matter what you do, it's gonna be great. The maple syrup adds a familiar sweetness to the ham while the pepper and chile flakes add an unexpected bite and depth of flavor.
Sandra Lee's Pineapple-Glazed Easter Ham by Sandra Lee
Delicious, fast and easy, Sandra Lee's impressive glazed ham will feed the whole family and still provide plenty of leftovers for sandwiches, casseroles and other savory meals.
Honey Baked Ham with Orange and Thyme by Carrie Parente and TODAY
This ham does not require a lot of prep, it feeds a big crowd and is great served warm or at room temperature. It's delicious because the ham gets loads of flavor from the orange and thyme. Many recipes for traditional honey-baked hams use up to two cups of brown sugar or honey to sweeten the meat. By using juicy oranges, you'll still get a delightful sweetness but save a lot of extra calories.