Air fryer ham is quick and easy to make. If you are looking for a delicious way to make a moist and succulent cooked ham, then this recipe will be your new go to for the holidays.
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Why this Glazed Air Fryer Ham Recipe is a Keeper
A Glazed Air Fryer Ham makes for quick and easy preparation for dinner. The instructions listed below include step-by-step cooking instructions as well as photos. This recipe is foolproof and so easy to make. The result will be a tender, moist ham that everyone will love.
- 1 Hour Ham: Since this spiral glazed ham recipe is made in the air fryer, you do not have to spend all day cooking it, only a total of 45 minutes cook time.
- Holiday Friendly: Whether you are making this for a holiday such as Easter, Thanksgiving or Christmas, your family is sure to love this healthier ham in air fryer.
- Makes Great Leftovers: Wonderful the next day for sandwiches, soups, salads or other dishes. Check out these ways to use up your leftover ham.
If you’re looking for more inspired recipes, try these Pineapple Glazed Ham, Honey Baked Ham and Pressure Cooker Ham with Pineapple and Brown Sugar
Why do we serve ham at Easter Dinner?
While in some countries lamb is more popular. Here in the United States we typically serve ham as it usually a meat that has been saved after a long hard winter.
If you’re a fan of ham, try these Air Fryer Ham Steaks.
Ingredient Notes for Ham in the Air Fryer
The air fryer allows for even heat distribution, resulting in a beautifully browned and caramelized glaze on the outside of the ham.
- Brown Sugar: Light or dark brown sugar are great in this recipe.
- Honey: Raw honey or regular. They are both wonderful.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
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Variations and Substitutions for Ham in Air Fryer
- Use Sugar Substitute Products: If you are trying to lower your sugar intake, you can also make this recipe using sugar free brown sugar and normal honey.
- Oven: You can also make ham recipe in the oven. Cook at 350 degrees following the same steps. If you would like you can broil for 2-3 minutes at the end to get a nice crisp on your ham. You can make instant pot ham too.
- Ham Steak: Make this recipe for one or two by replacing the boneless ham with an air fryer ham steaks.
- Apple Cider Vinegar: If you do not have this vinegar, orange juice is a great substitute.
Special Equipment Needed for Easy Air Fryer Glazed Ham
- Air Fryer: The air fryer is one of the most handy tools in the kitchen.
Pro Tip
As a general guide, it usually takes around 10-15 minutes per pound to cook a pre-cooked ham in an air fryer.
How to Make Easy Air Fryer Ham
You can use the air fryer to cook the ham. When you brush with the honey ham glaze it makes a perfect air fryer holiday.
These are the basic steps for making glazed spiral ham. It is an easy holiday recipe. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Making Brown Sugar Glaze
Start by preheating the air fryer to 350 degrees. In a small saucepan over medium heat add the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cinnamon and black pepper. Simmer until thickened. Remove from heat, allow the ham glaze to cool for 1-2 minutes.
2. Wrap the Ham in Foil and Air Fry Ham
Using aluminum foil, line a rimmed baking sheet or rack with tin foil or your air fryer basket, placing the ham in the center. Using a basting brush, apply ⅓ of the glaze over the ham. Then wrap the ham with an additional piece of tin foil. Air fry the ham in the air fryer for 15-20 minutes.
3. Continue to Cook the Easy Recipe
Remove the top piece of foil from the ham, and brush on another ⅓ of the glaze. Cover with tin foil again, and return to the air fryer for 20 more minutes.
4. Top of the Ham with Remaining Honey Glaze
Now remove the tin foil and add the remaining glaze to the entire ham. Brush the glaze over the whole ham. Return the fully cooked ham back in the air fryer for 3-5 more minutes uncovered to brown the top. Remove the ham and allow to sit before serving.
Recipe FAQs to Cook Ham
Expert Tips for Making This Best Air Fryer Recipe
I use ever bit of glaze for this tasty air fryer ham. A 3-pound ham fits perfectly in my air fryer. But you can use a larger ham depending on the size of your fryer.
- Spiral: If not using a spiral ham, score so the glaze to allow the glaze to seep in to the holiday ham.
- Cloves: Try adding a few whole cloves or ground cloves to add additional flavor to your air-fried ham.
- Air Fryer Ham with Pineapple: Make a brown sugar and pineapple ham by using pineapple juice.
- Glaze: You can use this glaze to make air fryer turkey breast too.
What to Serve with Glazed Spiral Ham Recipe
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Glazed Air Fryer Ham
Ingredients
- 2 ½ – 3 lb. Spiral cut ham
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup Honey
- Pinch cinnamon
- Black pepper , to taste
Instructions
- Start by preheating the air fryer to 350 degrees.
- In a saucepan over medium heat add the Swerve, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon and black pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Remove from heat , allow to cool for 1-2 minutes.
- Using aluminum foil, line a rimmed baking sheet or rack with tin foil, placing the ham in the center.
- Using a basting brush, apply ⅓ of the glaze over the ham. Then wrap the ham with an additional piece of tin foil.
- Cook in the air fryer for 20 minutes.
- Remove the top piece of foil from the ham, and brush on another ⅓ of the glaze. Cover with tin foil again, and return to the air fryer for 20 more minutes.
- Now remove the tin foil and add the remaining glaze to the ham.
- Return the ham to the air fryer for 3-5 more minutes uncovered until glazed nicely.
Expert Tips
- This Recipe Can be Doubled: This is a great recipe for a large dinner party, To double this recipe, I suggest buying a ham that is between 5-6 pounds, double the glaze ingredients and cook for an additional 20-25 minutes.
- Cloves: Try adding a few whole cloves or ground cloves to add additional flavor.
- Check: Before buying your ham make sure and check to see the size that your air fryer can accommodate.
- Temperature: the ham should reach a temperature of 145 degrees on a meat thermometer.