Air Fryer Ham is a delicious way to cook your holiday ham. It cooks tender, juicy and is bursting with flavor because of the delicious homemade glaze.
We love making easy air fryer recipes such as Air Fryer Steak, Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls, Air Fryer Boneless Pork Chops Recipe, Air Fryer Shake and Bake Pork Chops, Air Fryer Turkey Bacon, Air Fryer Brats and Air Fryer Shake and Bake Chicken.
These recipes are easy to air fry and cuts cooking time down which makes it perfect for a weeknight meals.
If you are looking for an easy way to cook your holiday ham, make this air fryer ham. You can even make Air Fryer Turkey Breasts to complete your holiday meal.
If you need a pair for this dish, try it with my pineapple casserole.
Why We Love Air Fryer Ham
I was surprised how easy it was to make air fryer ham. My family loves when I make Spiral Ham but it takes hours which makes to cook during the week. That is why I make our ham in the air fryer, so I can easily make their favorite meat any day of the week.
Topping the ham with the brown sugar glaze makes the ham taste even better. It is made with simple ingredients that can be changed to what you prefer. I have even added in pineapple juice or orange juice for a hint a citrus flavors.
Ingredients
- Pre-Cooked Spiral Ham – We made a boneless ham but you can also use a bone-in ham. Just make sure it is labeled fully cooked. You can even make air fryer ham steaks
- Honey – You can also use pure maple syrup
- Butter – We used unsalted butter that has been melted
- Brown Sugar – Learn How to Make Brown Sugar
Scroll to the bottom of this post for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.
How to Make Ham in the Air Fryer
Step 1 – Remove 3-pound ham from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking.
Step 2 – In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, melted butter, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, cinnamon and cloves until well combined. Feel free to simmer the glaze in a small saucepan before pouring over ham.
Step 3 – Check that the ham fits in the air fryer basket with space for air circulation. Place the ham cut-side down in the basket.
Step 4 – Brush half of the glaze mixture evenly over the entire surface of the ham. Set the air fryer to 300°F and cook for 20 minutes.
Step 5 – Open the air fryer and brush the remaining glaze over the ham, making sure to get into the slices. Continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes, until the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F.
Step 6 – Let the ham rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute. Then the ham is ready to slice, serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Buy the Right Size of Ham – Make sure the ham fits in your air fryer before starting. This makes sure you don’t crowd the air fryer basket as the air needs to circulate.
- Rest Ham – After cooking ham in the air fryer, we recommend you let it rest to lock in the juices.
How to Use Leftover Ham
If you have ham leftover, make these Leftover Ham Recipes to save time and money.
- Crock Pot Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
- Funeral Potatoes with Ham
- 15 Bean Soup with Ham Recipe
- Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwiches
- Crock Pot Black Eyed Peas
- Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas
Serving Suggestions
Glazed Ham is delicious served with your favorite side dish recipes. For a complete meal we always make Cheese Mashed Potatoes, Air Fryer Corn on the Cob and Green Beans with Bacon Recipe.
We also make Oven Roasted Carrots Recipe, Squash Casserole, Pan-Fried Potatoes and Sweet Potatoes, 30 Minute Dinner Rolls or Homemade Crescent Rolls for another easy simple ingredient recipes.
For even more ideas, check out 39 Best Side Dishes for Ham.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cooking time will vary, but this ham cooks in about 30 minutes. We like to baste the ham with the seasoning mixture about half way through cooking time. This allows for the mixture to cook into the ham for the best flavor.
It is best to cook ham at room temperature in the air fryer. We recommend only setting out the ham for no more than 30 minutes. This allows the ham to cook evenly in the air fryer.
Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The leftovers will last for about 5 days.
Reheat the leftovers in the preheated oven at 325 degrees on a baking sheet for about 10 minutes. You can also reheat ham slices in the microwave if you are short on time. Reheating and storage with these tips will keep your ham fresh.
Yes, you can easily place the ham slices in the freezer. We like to wrap the ham in plastic wrap and aluminum foil then place in a freezer safe container for up to 2-3 months.
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Air Fryer Ham
Ingredients
- 4-5 pound pre-cooked spiral ham
For the Glaze:
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup butter melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
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Instructions
- Remove the ham from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, melted butter, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, and cloves until well combined.
- Make sure the ham fits in the air fryer basket with enough space for air to circulate. Place it cut-side down in the basket.
- Brush half of the glaze evenly over the entire ham.
- Air fry at 300°F for 20 minutes.
- Brush the remaining glaze over the ham, making sure it gets between the slices.
- Cook for another 10–15 minutes, or until the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F.
- Let the ham rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
This air fryer ham recipe was delicious! I love how easy it was to make and how simple it was from start to finish. I highly recommend this to families that love ham and want to save time!
so good
I love making this for Thanksgiving and Christmas! It is so easy and delicious!
I make this ham every Thanksgiving and Christmas! It is so easy!! I love that!
This is one of those recipes that looks impressive but takes almost no effort.
Love how easy this was to make and so delicious too!