Easter Recipes

13 Easter Ham Recipes to Make for Your Holiday Meal

By Sarah Martens
February 14, 2020
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For many of us, it wouldn't be Easter dinner without ham. Our best Easter ham recipes bring the flavor with traditional glazes, spicy rubs, and fresh herbs. Whether you make a stuffed spiral ham or an apple butter-sauced ham steak, put a new twist on dinner with our favorite holiday ham recipes.

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Berry Crisp Spiral Ham

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Put a new twist on your ham recipe for Easter with fresh raspberries and sliced jalapenos. As one reviewer raves, "I've been making this ham for several years during Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas and it never disappoints."

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Stuffed Spiral Ham

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Rows of sliced oranges, garlic, and fresh rosemary infuse this Easter ham recipe with flavor as it bakes. When serving, our Test Kitchen found it was easiest to use two large, wide spatulas to transfer the finished holiday ham to a platter. 

Buy It: Stainless Steel Wide Spatula, $19.95, The Home Depot

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Autumn Stuffed Spiral Ham

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Spiral ham is a classic choice for your Easter dinner menu. Layers of sliced apple, pear, and fresh herbs are sure to wow your holiday crowd. Finish the dish with a homemade honey-mustard glaze. 

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Garlic- and Pineapple-Glazed Ham

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This Easter ham recipe takes a walk on the tropical side. The sweet pineapple-honey glaze gets plenty of spice from crushed red pepper and chopped garlic. 

Test Kitchen Tip: Not a fan of pineapple? Prepare the recipe with canned peaches or apricots instead. 

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Cajun-Spiced Ham

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A rubbed Cajun ham is a spicy swap for more traditional glazed Easter ham recipes. Serve the finished dish with grilled orange halves and a drizzle of maple syrup. 

Buy It: Cuisinart Stainless Steel Roasting Pan with Rack, $37, Walmart

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Mustard-Rosemary Ham

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A trio of chopped herbs add big flavor to this glazed ham. Stir parsley, chives, and rosemary into the sauce mixture and serve the finished dish with additional fresh herbs. 

Test Kitchen Tip: Want to spice up your Easter ham recipe? Try adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of prepared horseradish to the glaze. 

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Holiday Ham

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Customize this Easter bone-in ham recipe with one of our three homemade glazes. Choose from apricot-mustard, cranberry-orange, or pomegranate BBQ—be sure to reserve some extra sauce for serving.  

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Brown Sugar- and Whiskey- Glazed Ham

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Brown sugar and bourbon put a new twist on the classic cola Easter ham recipe. Slice and serve this succulent roast with fresh sage, lemon wedges, and extra sauce. 

Test Kitchen Tip: For a non-alcoholic version, substitute an equal amount of apple juice for the whiskey. 

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Glazed Easter Ham

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This versatile dinner can be customized with one of five Easter ham glaze recipes. Keep it simple with a three-ingredient herb and lemon sprinkle or try our gingery pineapple sauce—each pairs perfectly with smoked Easter ham. 

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Baked Ham with Mustard-Plum Glaze

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Serve this small glazed ham with crispy Parmesan roasted leeks. Add the Easter ham side dish to the oven during the last 35 minutes of baking. 

Test Kitchen Tip: Try using the sweet and savory plum glaze on grilled chicken or roast pork. 

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Apple Butter-Glazed Ham

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If you're serving a small group, consider an Easter ham steak recipe like this apple butter-glazed main dish. It roasts in just 20 minutes and serves four. Toasted baguette slices are a must for dipping in the sweet sauce. 

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Peppercorn-Crusted Ham

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The best Easter ham recipe is one that's easy to prepare and tastes delicious. This 5-ingredient main dish fits the bill! A generous sprinkle of whole peppercorns balances the sweet apricot glaze. 

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Chutney-Honey Glazed Ham

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A jar of mango chutney adds Indian flair to this baked ham recipe for Easter. As one reviewer encourages, "Be brave—give it a try!" Look for chutney in the condiment aisle or international section of your grocery store. 

Buy It: Patak's Sweet Mango Chutney, $3.98, Walmart

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