If you’re looking for an easy smoked spiral ham recipe that delivers bold flavor without drying out your meat, this Halftime Smoker Spiral Ham is the perfect solution. Using a sweet brown sugar rub and a sticky honey-Dijon glaze, this ham comes out juicy, smoky, and holiday-ready every time.
Best of all, since most spiral hams are pre-cooked, the Halftime Smoker makes it easy to gently warm, smoke, and glaze your ham without stress.
Why Smoke a Spiral Ham on the Halftime Smoker?
Smoking a spiral-sliced ham on the Halftime Smoker (HTS) adds a subtle wood-fired flavor while keeping the meat incredibly moist. Unlike ovens that can dry out pre-cooked hams, the HTS creates indirect heat and steady airflow—perfect for low-and-slow warming.
Perfect for:
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Holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter)
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Game day spreads
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Backyard parties
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Easy crowd-pleasing meals
Ingredients
Ham
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1 bone-in spiral-sliced ham (8–10 lbs, pre-cooked)
Brown Sugar Rub & Honey Glaze
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1 ½ cups brown sugar
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2 Tbsp salted butter, melted
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3 Tbsp honey
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½ tsp salt
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2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
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1 tsp cinnamon
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¼ tsp ground cloves
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3 Tbsp apple juice or ham drippings from the pan
How to Smoke a Spiral Ham on the Halftime Smoker
1. Prepare the Halftime Smoker
Load your Halftime Smoker with a 12-lb bag of Matchlight charcoal.
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Place a drip pan in the bottom of the smoker
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Optional: Add Mr. Bar-B-Q Apple or Cherry wood chips (recommended for mild, sweet smoke)
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More wood chips = stronger smoke flavor
2. Make the Brown Sugar Rub
In a bowl, combine all dry ingredients from the recipe.
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Apply half of the brown sugar rub evenly over the outside of the ham
3. Prep the Ham
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Pat the ham dry with paper towels
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Place it on the middle rack of the Halftime Smoker
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Insert a probe thermometer halfway into the thickest part of the ham
4. Smoke the Ham
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Close the lid and light the charcoal
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Smoke until the internal temperature reaches 140°F
Since the ham is already fully cooked, you’re only warming it through and adding flavor.
5. Make the Honey Glaze
In a small saucepan, combine:
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Honey
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Apple juice (or pan drippings)
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Melted butter
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Dijon mustard
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Remaining brown sugar mixture
Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until:
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Sugar fully dissolves
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Glaze thickens slightly (about 5–10 minutes)
6. Glaze and Finish
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Once the ham hits 140°F, remove it from the smoker
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Place it in an aluminum pan
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Carefully remove the drip pan using a heat-resistant glove
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Brush the ham generously with glaze
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Let rest for 10 minutes before serving
Pro Tip for Perfect Smoked Ham
Most spiral hams are already fully cooked, so overcooking is the biggest mistake.
👉 The key to a juicy smoked ham is:
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Low heat
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Light smoke
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Pulling the ham at 140°F internal temperature
Always use a reliable meat thermometer for best results.
What to Serve With Smoked Spiral Ham
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Smoked mac & cheese
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Roasted vegetables
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Sweet potatoes
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Cornbread
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Holiday sides and sliders
Shop the Gear
🔥 Smoke this recipe to perfection with the Halftime Smoker
🪵 Use Mr. Bar-B-Q Apple or Cherry Wood Chips for the best flavor