Ingredients
For the Turkey Ham:
- 1 (3-4 lb) turkey ham, whole
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
For the Honey-Chipotle Glaze:
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet or roasting pan with foil and place a wire rack on top. This setup allows air to circulate around the ham, ensuring even cooking.
Step 2: Prepare the Turkey Ham
Unwrap the turkey ham and pat it dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, score the surface in a diamond pattern (about ¼-inch deep). This helps the glaze penetrate better.
Step 3: Make the Honey-Chipotle Glaze
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine:
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Honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, melted butter, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt.
Whisk everything together and let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
Step 4: Apply the First Layer of Glaze
Brush the turkey ham with olive oil and generously coat it with about ⅓ of the glaze. Save the rest for later basting.
Step 5: Bake the Turkey Ham
Place the ham on the prepared wire rack and roast it for 1 hour, basting every 20 minutes with more glaze.
Step 6: Final Glaze & Broil
For the last 15 minutes, increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and brush on the remaining glaze. This helps develop a deep, caramelized crust.
Optional: For extra crispiness, broil the ham for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Step 7: Rest & Serve
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the juices redistribute, keeping the meat moist.
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes like roasted potatoes, steamed veggies, or a fresh salad!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g