Sweet Heat Glazed Holiday Ham

Nothing says a Southern Christmas quite like a beautifully glazed ham at the center of the holiday table. The aroma of a slow-roasted ham, generously infused with Pops BBQ Pit Sweet Heat Sauce, fills the entire house, bringing everyone rushing to the kitchen in eager anticipation. This simple yet sophisticated recipe masterfully balances those essential sweet and spicy flavors, providing your holiday dinner with a truly show-stopping centerpiece that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious to devour.

Whether it’s your very first time roasting a holiday ham or you’re a seasoned pro, this remarkable Sweet Heat Glazed Holiday Ham is absolutely guaranteed to impress family and friends. Serve thick, carved slices alongside your favorite classic Southern sides, and simply watch the well-deserved compliments roll in all night long!

Recipe Card: Sweet Heat Glazed Holiday Ham

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8–10

Ingredients

1 fully cooked bone-in ham (8–10 pounds)
1 cup Pops BBQ Pit Sweet Heat Sauce
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Whole cloves (optional, for studding the ham)

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Set to 325°F (163°C). Line a roasting pan with foil for easy cleanup.
Prep the ham: If your ham has a rind, carefully score it in a diamond pattern. Stud with whole cloves if desired.
Make the glaze: In a small bowl, combine Pops BBQ Pit Sweet Heat Sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Glaze the ham: Brush about half of the glaze over the ham, making sure to get into the scored sections. Reserve the rest for basting.
Roast: Place the ham cut-side down in the roasting pan. Tent loosely with foil and bake for 1 hour, basting every 20–30 minutes with remaining glaze. Remove foil for the last 15 minutes to allow a caramelized finish.
Rest and serve: Let the ham rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. This helps the juices redistribute for a moist, flavorful ham. Slice and serve with extra glaze on the side.

Pops Tip:

For a perfectly sticky, caramelized crust, baste the ham with the glaze multiple times during the last 30 minutes of roasting. Leftovers? Thinly slice the ham for Sweet Heat BBQ sandwiches — your holiday flavors will last all week!

Bring bold Southern flavor to your holiday table with Pops BBQ Pit Sweet Heat Sauce. Available online at https://popsbbqpit.com It’s the perfect glaze for ham, ribs, or your favorite roasted meats. Make this season unforgettable with Pops BBQ Pit!