Double Smoked Ham with Glaze

This double smoked ham — a spiral ham that’s smoked low and slow twice before being brushed with a honey glaze — delivers deep, smoky flavor and juicy, tender meat that’s perfect for holiday feasts or weekend celebrations.

This delicious smoked ham is the perfect meal for when you entertaining family and friends for a Sunday dinner or for the holidays. This will be a regular on our rotation for meals like Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. We love serving it with smoked Dinner Rolls and Apple Pie but anything goes!

Smoking spiral ham that’s already been cured just adds a little more flavor creating the perfect protein for your meal.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ham already comes cured and delicious but smoking it and adding this sweet glaze really takes the flavor up a notch.
• The glaze is made with pantry staples so you don’t need to pick up anything special at the store. It is very simple, yet bursting with flavor.
• Double smoked ham with glaze is an affordable dish that will feed a crowd and you might still have leftovers to enjoy throughout the week.

Ingredients for Double Smoked Spiral Ham

• Ham – We prefer a bone-in spiral ham. The bones gives it extra flavor and since it is spiralled, there is more surface area for the glaze to cover.
• Ginger ale – This is our secret ingredient to add moisture and flavor.
• Brown sugar – Allows the glaze to really caramelize.
• Honey – Adds a touch of sweetness and moisture.
• Apple cider vinegar – This will help to tenderize and flavor the ham.
• Garlic – Enhances the overall flavor profile of the spiral ham.
• Dijon mustard – You can also use prepared yellow mustard if you prefer, we just love the flavor the dijon adds.

How Much Ham Do I Need Per Person?

If you are using a bone-in ham you’ll need approximately 3/4 pound per person that you are planning to serve. I like to plan for 1 pound because the leftovers are so amazing!

How To Cook Double Smoked Ham

1. In a small saucepan, bring ginger ale, brown sugar, mustard, honey and apple cider vinegar to a boil. Cook until reduced by half, about 15 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; cook 5 minutes longer. Remove from heat.
2. Lay the ham cut side down in a large foil pan. Pull the slices apart one by one and drizzle honey glaze down in between the pieces. You will want to hold the front so the slices do not fall all the way over and tear. After that brush the top of the ham with glaze.
3. Place the pan on the preheated smoker and close lid for about 3 hours. Baste the ham every hour with more of the glaze.

This double smoked ham is so easy and so tasty, you won’t save the recipe for holiday meals, you’ll start including it with your weekly meal prep!

Why is it called “Double Smoked” Ham?

Did you know that all pork products labeled “ham” have been cured with a nitrate curing solution to give them their pink color and tender texture? They are also all pre-cooked and most are labeled as “smoked”.

Technically you can serve them straight out of the package, but we are going to put ours on the Traeger electric smoker so we have a twice smoked ham and add an amazing honey glaze!

This is why it’s called a double or twice smoked ham, and even though it is smoked on your Traeger for the second time the smoke flavor is not overwhelming.

Storage And Reheating

Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container or zip top bag for up to a week.

Freezer: Slice and store in a freezer bag or airtight container. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Reheat double smoked ham easily in the microwave until hot. You can also heat these leftovers up covered on the stovetop or in the oven. Just add a little ginger ale or water for moisture so the ham doesn’t dry out.

How To Serve Double Smoked Ham

Your holiday dinner menu absolutely needs to include Smoked Deviled Eggs this year. Using them smoker adds so much flavor. While you’re at the smoker, Cheesy Potatoes are an absolute crowd-pleaser. Maybe double up the batch, cause they’re going to fly! If you’ve never tried making light and Fluffy Dinner Rolls, the hint of smoky taste will really impress you.

And of course, don’t forget dessert! Put the finishing touches on your meal with this easy Lemon Blueberry Crisp.

More Great Smoker Recipes

• A tender rack of Smoked Ribs is always a welcome sight at the dinner table. Our recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned pros alike!
• Add a unique and flavorful twist to your next whole chicken and smoke a Beer Can Chicken. Covered in a homemade rub and so moist and tender, this is a great meal prep item!
• The first thing everyone thinks about when they hear ‘smoker’ is meat, right? Well, you’ve got to try out these Easy Smoked Vegetables for your next cookout! So simple and delicious.
• Just when you thought Potato Skins couldn’t possibly get any tastier, we are bringing you a smoker version! These just might be your next favorite appetizer.

What Type Of Wood Chips Are Best For Smoking Ham?

We recommend using apple wood chips for this recipe. Other great options would be either a hickory or cherry wood chip.