Today I’m cooking a Bone-In Spiral Cut Ham from North Carolina. This is a simple recipe that beginners can use to create a delicious dinner. Simple seasoning, pecan pellets, and a delicious glaze turn up the flavor on this recipe. Don’t forget to serve this with potatoes and green beans at your next family holiday or birthday dinner. No one will leave the table hungry.
A juicy smoked spiral ham is a delicious centerpiece for holidays and special occasions. While smoking large cuts of meat may seem intimidating, it’s easy to do on a pellet grill. Follow this simple guide for tips on selecting, preparing, and smoking a perfect spiral glazed ham on your pellet smoker.
Ingredients
- 1 boneless, fully-cooked spiral ham (6-8 lbs)
- Maple bourbon glaze ingredients:
- Maple syrup
- Brown sugar
- Bourbon
- Spices like cinnamon and cloves
- Wood pellets – apple, cherry, or hickory
Instructions
Choose the Right Ham
For the best results, look for a fully cooked, boneless spiral sliced ham. The spiral cut allows the smoke to better penetrate the meat. Avoid fresh, uncooked hams which require a much longer cook time.
Opt for a ham between 6-8 lbs to fit nicely on the grates. Larger hams may need to be trimmed.
Prepare the Ham
- Rinse ham under cold water and pat dry.
- Score the fatty outer layer in a diamond pattern using a sharp knife.
- Apply a dry rub all over the ham, coating well. A sweet rub complements the glaze later.
- Refrigerate overnight to absorb flavors if time allows.
Smoke the Ham
- Preheat pellet grill to 225°F using apple, cherry, or hickory pellets.
- Place ham directly on grill grates, avoiding direct heat.
- Smoke ham for 2 hours, until internal temp reaches 130°F.
- Meanwhile, prepare glaze. Simmer ingredients in saucepan until thickened.
Glaze and Finish
- After 2 hours, lightly brush ham with glaze. Be careful not to remove rub.
- Increase heat to 350°F. Continue smoking for 30-60 minutes until glaze caramelizes.
- Glaze ham 2-3 more times during last 30 minutes of smoking.
Rest and Serve
- Internal temp should reach 140°F when done.
- Let ham rest 15 minutes before slicing to retain moisture.
- Carve into slices and serve warm with extra glaze.
Tips for Best Results
- Maintain even heat around 225-250°F throughout smoking.
- Use a digital meat thermometer to monitor doneness.
- Add a drip pan under ham to catch drippings for basting.
- Avoid temperature spikes, as they can dry out the ham.
- Let ham fully rest before slicing for a juicier texture.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 5-7 days.
With minimal preparation, your pellet grill turns out incredibly moist, flavorful smoked ham. The sweet maple bourbon glaze provides the perfect balance to the salty, smoky meat. Impress your guests this holiday season with smoker ham done the easy way.
Frequency of Entities
ham: 35
pellet grill: 5
smoke: 8
spiral: 7
glaze: 10
maple: 3
bourbon: 3
temperature: 5
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Today I’m cooking a Bone-In Spiral Cut Ham from North Carolina. This is a simple recipe that beginners can use to create a delicious dinner. Simple seasoning, pecan pellets, and a delicious glaze turn up the flavor on this recipe. Serve this up with some potatoes and green beans at your next family birthday dinner or holiday gathering and you won’t have a single soul leaving the table hungry.
Double Pecan Smoked Spiral Cut Ham
Ham is a versatile dish. Its sweet and savory flavors make it easy to pair with different types of sides. You can also cut it up, put a piece of cheese on top, and eat it on a sandwich. This spiral cut ham recipe, with its seasonings and glaze, is simple and oh so delicious. Let’s get started!.
I didn’t want to drown the ham in spices and dilute its natural delicious flavor. With some good seasoning and a bit of glaze, I just wanted to bring out the meat’s natural flavor. A lot of people like sweet, tasty meat.
- Bone-In Spiral Cut Ham. My friends in North Carolina send me a lot of hams that always turn out great when I cook them.
- Olive oil. Olive oil, which is salty and moist, makes a tasty base for the seasoning I’ll be using.
- Heath Riles BBQ Pecan Rub. This rub is great when you want to add sweetness to a dish because it has a little of everything: savory, sweet, and nutty.
- Smucker’s pineapple topping. I changed things up and used it as part of my ham glaze to add more sweetness and a hint of citrus. It was great on ice cream.
- Ham glaze mixture. Even though it didn’t go with the ham, I wasn’t going to throw it away because I knew how tasty it would be with the dish.
- Traeger grill. This grill is great for cooking ham because it makes it cook evenly and taste great.
- Royal Oak Pecan Pellets. The pellets will make the Pecan Rub I used on the ham taste even better.
Glazed Double Smoked Ham
FAQ
How long does it take to smoke a spiral ham on a pellet grill?
How long does it take to smoke a spiral ham at 225?
How do you smoke a spiral ham without drying it out?
Can you smoke a store-bought spiral ham?
How long do you smoke a spiral ham on a pellet grill?
The smoking time for a spiral ham on a pellet grill can vary, but a general guideline is to smoke it for about 2-3 hours at a temperature of 225-250°F. It’s important to use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the ham reaches 140°F. Should I glaze the spiral ham before or after smoking it on a pellet grill?
Can you cook a spiral ham in a smoker?
Yes! You can cook spiral ham in a smoker! In fact, the spiral ham you purchase from the grocer is already cooked, so you’re simply looking to add your own sauce or glaze and re-heat the meat. Cooking the ham in a smoker imparts some great BBQ flavor that you won’t get from your oven or a gas grill.
Can you use a pre cooked spiral ham on a pellet grill?
Yes, you can absolutely use a pre-cooked spiral ham on a pellet grill. Since the ham is already cooked, the goal of smoking it is to add flavor and warmth. Simply follow the smoking instructions and ensure the ham reaches the desired internal temperature.
Can you smoke a Ham on a pellet grill?
Smoked ham is a culinary favorite and graces many holiday tables for good reason. When you choose to go through the process of smoking a ham on the pellet grill, this delicious meat goes from a classic to a work of art.