Instant Pot Honey Glazed Ham Recipe (2024)

The perfect Sunday Dinner that’s steamed to perfection in just a few minutes! Glazed with brown sugar, honey, and dijon mustard, this Instant Pot Honey Glazed Ham is sweet but tangy and absolutely delicious.

The most delicious Instant Pot Honey Glazed Ham, steamed to perfect in minutes. The ultimate Sunday (and Easter) dinner!

One thing I want to touch on is the Instant Pot ham cooking time! How long to cook a ham in an Instant pot, you ask?

Well technically you will set the timer for only 4 minutes, but make sure that you account for a 10 minute natural release and the time it takes the Instant Pot to get pressurized.

But even then, that’s only about 35 minutes to make a whole 3-4 pound ham! Talk about a game changer.

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What you need for this fast Instant Pot Honey Glazed Ham recipe:

Instant Pot honey ham ingredients:

Water
Boneless spiral ham
Dijon mustard
Brown sugar
Honey
Nutmeg
Cinnamon

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Aluminum foil
Trivet
Small mixing bowl
Pastry brush

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Let’s get started cooking this Instant Pot Honey Glazed Ham Sunday dinner recipe!

Start by getting your Instant Pot out and plug it in. Then place the trivet in the bottom of the Instant Pot with the handles going up.

Then, using an aluminum foil piece, mold it in the shape of a boat and place the ham on top of it.

Now, using a small bowl mix together the mustard, brown sugar, honey, nutmeg, and cinnamon until it is completely combined.

Then use the pastry brush to brush the marinade on top of the ham and in between the slices of the ham to ensure to get the ham extra juicy.

Once you have it all brushed with the honey marinade place the ham in the Instant Pot on top of the trivet.

After the ham is in the Instant Pot, place the lid on top and turn the valve to the “SEALING” position. Then, press the “MANUAL” or “PRESSURE COOK” or “HIGH PRESSURE” and set the timer for 4 minutes.

When the time runs out, you are going to let the Instant Pot do a natural release (not doing anything) for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, then move the valve to the “VENTING” position and let the rest of the pressure release.

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Other ham recipes you should try:

BROWN SUGAR GLAZED HAM RECIPE
SLOW COOKER HONEY MUSTARD GLAZED HAM RECIPE
DR. PEPPER GLAZED HAM
SLOW COOKER PINEAPPLE GLAZED HAM RECIPE

Serves: 8

Instant Pot Honey Glazed Ham Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 4 minutes mins

Total Time 24 minutes mins

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Ingredients

1½ cups water
4 pound boneless spiral ham
2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup Honey
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

Add water to the instant pot, then add trivet to the pot.
Make a small boat out of foil and place ham on top.
In a small bowl, mix together mustard, brown sugar, honey, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Brush 2/3 of the mixture on top and in between slices of ham. Place ham on top of the trivet.
Replace the lid on the instant pot and turn the valve to SEALING. Press MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK on HIGH PRESSURE for 4 minutes. Let the pressure manually release for 10 minutes, then turn the valve to VENTING and release the remaining pressure.
Remove the ham from the instant pot and pour remaining sauce over top. Serve warm.

Notes

We like to serve this Ham with Cheesy Potatoes and Green Beans

Nutrition

Calories: 671 kcal · Carbohydrates: 31 g · Protein: 49 g · Fat: 38 g · Saturated Fat: 14 g · Cholesterol: 141 mg · Sodium: 2742 mg · Potassium: 684 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 31 g · Vitamin A: 3 IU · Vitamin C: 1 mg · Calcium: 33 mg · Iron: 2 mg

Equipment

Instant Pot
Aluminum Foil
small bowl

Recipe Details

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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This recipe simplifies the cooking process, delivering succulent, flavorful ham in a fraction of the time it traditionally takes. The combination of simple ingredients like spiral cut ham, dijon mustard, and the sweet honey glaze will elevates your holiday ham to a whole new level.

The magic of the Instant Pot truly shines here, effortlessly cooking the ham to perfection while preserving its juiciness and delicious flavor. Whether it’s your first time using an electric pressure cooker or you’re a seasoned pro, the ease of recreating this recipe makes it a fantastic addition to your collection of instant pot recipes.

The versatility of this recipe extends beyond the holiday table. The leftovers can be paired with amazing dishes like bean soup or potato soup, transforming the ham into delightful main courses or flavorful side dishes to compliment your family dinners.

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Jess says:

Is there a way to make this if I don’t have a trivet for my instant pot? Thanks!! :)
Vickie says:

I think you place a bowl in pot upside down to keep ham in foil above water.
Cyd says:

Most instant pots come with a small trivet in the box. But don't worry, there are a lot of household items that you can use in place of a trivet. The old standby substitute for a trivet is the the metal lid of a large jar, but suitable substitutes can include stainless steel cookie cutters, a screen from the food mill, an upside down ceramic or stainless steel bowl, a steamer basket, and even a real trivet that is just the right size can go from the table and into the cooker!Here is a link for more ideas. https://missvickie.com/alternative-trivet-in-a-pressure-cooker/
Tammy says:

If you xant find your trivia place balls of aluminum foil in the instant pot and a ball in center works great!
Ginger Alexander says:

How long would I cook a bone in ham?
Jayne says:

You don’t mention it in the preparation but I would presume that you would slice the ham before putting it in the instant pot, the only question I have is do you slice it all the way through or just enough to let the glacé sip in
Janice says:

Anything you can put in the oven you can use. I do it all the time.
Momma Cyd says:

We used a spiral sliced ham, so it was sliced most of the way through. Then all those yummy flavors can soak in.
Michelle says:

Does a bone in spiral ham work? Different cooking time?
Momma Cyd says:

Bone in spiral ham will work, just be sure it fits in your pot. Cooking time will be the same.
Michelle says:

Thank you! Did a Walmart order and they gave me an 11 pound ham. If this fits in my IP, would the cook time change?
Ashlee W says:

I'm interested in this as well, as the same happened to me!!
Momma Cyd says:

Cook time is the same.
Stephanie says:

Can I use a boneless ham that is all my grocery store had
Momma Cyd says:

Yes, boneless ham will work great too.
Carrie W. says:

I love this recipe. i was wondering though, could it be made with Splenda Brown Sugar?
Momma Cyd says:

Just use half a cup of Splenda Brown Sugar Blend for every full cup of brown sugar called for. You can use it anywhere you would use brown sugar; baked goods, sauces, beverages, and more.
Linda Murray says:

My family really loves this ham recipe, and it was so easy to make 😋

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Instant Pot Honey Glazed Ham Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How do you heat up a fully cooked ham in the instant pot? ›

How long do you cook a ham in the Instant Pot? Spiral Sliced ham is already precooked so you only need to warm the ham through. Cook your ham for 2 minutes per pound on high pressure plus 10 Minutes to the total time to account for foil. This will warm the ham through perfectly and keep the ham from drying out.

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Do you put the glaze on a ham before you cook it or after you cook it? ›

The glaze should not be applied until the final hour to 30 minutes, in order to avoid burning the sugars. What you're going to do with the glaze ingredients is just combine most of them into a paste, and then apply it to the ham. After that, the heat in your oven will take care of everything.

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How long to cook a 3 lb fully cooked ham? ›

Allow 20 minutes per pound when calculating how long to bake a fully cooked ham. For example, if the ham weighs 8 pounds, the cooking time would be 2 hour and 40 minutes. A fully cooked half ham will weigh approximately 3 to 4 pounds. Cooking time for a 3 pound ham would be 1 hour.

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How to cook a pre made honey baked ham? ›

Serving Instructions

We recommend that you do not heat Honey Baked Hams® - they are made to enjoy right from the refrigerator. If you prefer your meat warmed, gently heat on low heat 275°F for 10 min per pound only by the slice, do not heat the entire ham. Heating may cause the meat to dry out and lose flavor.

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How do you cook a ham that is already fully cooked? ›

Bake in a preheated 325F oven for 10-14 minutes per pound, or until a meat thermometer registers 135F. Remove from oven and let sit for 10 minutes before serving. If the ham came with extra glaze, follow the package directions for adding it and cooking the glaze.

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How do you heat up a precooked ham without drying it out? ›

Arrange slices in a single layer on a greased baking pan. Add a couple of tablespoons of broth or water and cover with foil. Bake for about 10 minutes or until heated through, turning slices once.

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How do you heat a fully cooked ham with glaze? ›

For hams that are fully cooked (again, check the label) and not spiral sliced, first cut off any skin. Score the through the fat layer, making diamond crosshatch marks. Place in a 325-to-350-degree oven, brush with some glaze if desired and bake until heated through and the internal temperature reaches 135 degrees.

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How do you use the glaze packet that comes with the ham? ›

Glazing: Empty contents of the glaze packet into a small saucepan. Add 22 mL (1 1/2 tbsp) warm water. Heat glaze mixture on high, stirring constantly, until glaze begins to boil. Remove immediately from heat.

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Do you glaze a ham covered or uncovered? ›

After the ham has cooked for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, brush the surface with some of the glaze. Then pop it back into the oven, uncovered, for another 20 minutes or so.

How should I warm up a fully cooked ham? ›

Wrap the ham tightly with the foil and bake at 300 F for about 15 minutes per pound, or until a meat thermometer registers 140 F when inserted into the thickest part of the meat, not touching bone. If you have a large enough slow cooker, put the ham in it and add about 1 cup of ginger ale, cola, stock, or water.

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How long does it take to warm up a ham that is fully cooked? ›

To reheat a spiral-sliced ham in a conventional oven, cover the entire ham or portion with heavy aluminum foil and heat at 325 °F for about 10 minutes per pound.

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Can you put foil in Instant Pot? ›

Originally Answered: Is it safe to cook with aluminum foil on top of a pot when using an electric pressure cooker (e.g., Instant Pot)? On top of a pot inside the pressure cooker? Perfectly safe-I do it all the time. Don't put anything on top of the pressure cooker itself though.