Glazed Ham Pineapple
Bring a touch of tropical sweetness to your table with this irresistible Glazed Ham with Pineapple recipe. This centerpiece-worthy dish features a juicy, tender bone-in ham coated in a luscious glaze made from pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and a hint of cinnamon. The surface of the ham is studded with aromatic whole cloves and topped with golden pineapple rings, optionally adorned with bright cherries for an extra festive flair. Easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe bakes to perfection in the oven, enhanced by regular basting for a rich, caramelized finish. Perfect for holiday celebrations or Sunday dinners, this glazed ham pairs beautifully with classic side dishes like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad. Whether for Easter, Christmas, or any special occasion, this show-stopping dish is sure to impress your guests and fill your home with irresistible aromas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Bone-in fully cooked ham
- 8 pieces Pineapple slices (canned, with juice)
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 12 pieces Whole cloves
- 8 pieces Cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Place the ham in a large roasting pan, flat side down. Score the surface in a diamond pattern using a sharp knife, cutting about 1/4 inch deep.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the pineapple juice (reserved from the canned slices), brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and ground cinnamon. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
Stud the ham with whole cloves, placing them at the intersections of the diamond cuts.
Generously brush the prepared glaze over the entire ham, reserving about 1/2 cup for basting during cooking.
Secure pineapple slices to the surface of the ham using toothpicks. If desired, place a cherry in the center of each pineapple slice for a decorative touch.
Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
After 1 hour, remove the foil and baste the ham with the reserved glaze. Continue baking for an additional 1 hour, basting every 20 minutes.
When the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C), remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Serve the glazed ham garnished with the baked pineapple slices and cherries, if used. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.2 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.3 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1089 mg | 363% | |
| Sodium | 22514 mg | 979% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.3 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 307.2 g | ||
| Protein | 382.8 g | 766% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 5526 mg | 118% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
