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Spiral Ham with Raspberry Chipotle Glaze (Easy Baked Ham Recipe)

Baked Raspberry Chipotle Spiral Ham is sweet, smoky, and spicy! This baked holiday ham with raspberry chipotle glaze is your new go-to for Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas but it's also perfect for a standout weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Serving Size 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4-6 pound Boneless spiral ham
  • 2 ¼ cups Raspberry preserves
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Seasoning salt Kinders The Blend is my favorite
  • 2-3 Chipotle peppers in Adobe sauce
  • 1-2 teaspoons Adobe sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic, smashed
  • 1/8 cup Brown sugar
  • 1/8 cup Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
  • 2 teaspoons Soy sauce

Instructions

To Make The Raspberry Chipotle Glaze

  • In a small saucepan, combine 2¼cup raspberry preserves, 2-3 chipotle peppers, 2 to 3 teaspoons adobo sauce, four smashed garlic cloves, 1/8 cup of honey, 1 teaspoon ground mustard, 1 teaspoon seasoning salt, 2 teaspoons of soy sauce, 1/8 cup of brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar.
  • Simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring often until thick and glossy. Taste and adjust heat by adding more adobo sauce or sugar as needed. Remove from heat and pour glaze through a small strainer/sieve to remove all of the chunky bits. Move the now smooth glaze to a small bowl and let sit 30 minutes to cool and thicken.

To Cook The Ham - Oven Baked Method for Boneless Spiral Ham

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Place your ham cut-side down in a roasting pan. Brush with a bit of glaze and cover with foil.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes per pound. Start glazing during the last 20 minutes of baking and reapply every 5 minutes for a flavorful, sticky finish.
  • Bake for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Please refer to blog post above for alternative cooking methods such as grilling and slow cooking as well as instructions for larger 7lb and above spiral hams.

    Notes

    Tips for the Best Ham Ever

    • Let the ham rest 10-15 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.
    • Don’t skip the glaze—it's the star!
    • Double the glaze and use the extra on sandwiches or veggies.
    • Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temp of 140°F for best results.
    • Place a bit of liquid in the bottom of your pan (water, juice, or broth) to keep the ham moist.
    • For an extra flavor boost, inject the ham with a bit of glaze before cooking.
    • If your ham comes with a glaze packet, skip it—this raspberry chipotle version is way better!
    • Save leftover ham for sandwiches, omelets, or soups later in the week.
    • Start slow with adding the spicy peppers to your glaze. Adjust the spice level as desired.