Brown Sugar Glazed Ham with Pineapple
Transform your holiday table into a stunning centerpiece with this Brown Sugar Glazed Ham with Pineapple, a show-stopping dish that’s as delicious as it is beautiful. Featuring a tender, bone-in ham coated in a luscious glaze made from brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and a hint of cloves, this recipe balances sweet and savory flavors perfectly. The ham is adorned with golden pineapple rings and vibrant maraschino cherries, creating a retro-inspired presentation that’s sure to impress. Slow-roasted to perfection, this dish boasts a caramelized, golden-brown crust that’s irresistibly sticky and flavorful. With a simple basting technique and just 20 minutes of prep time, this holiday classic is easy to prepare and perfect for feeding a crowd. Serve it warm with a drizzle of extra glaze for a meal your guests won’t soon forget! Ideal for Easter, Christmas, or any celebratory feast, this recipe guarantees your table will feel extra festive.
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Ingredients
- 8 lbs bone-in ham
- 8 pieces pineapple rings (canned or fresh)
- 8 pieces maraschino cherries
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pineapple juice (reserved from canned pineapple or fresh)
- 0.5 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 16 pieces toothpicks
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Step 2
Place the bone-in ham into a large roasting pan, flat side down.
Step 3
Using a sharp knife, score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern, cutting about 1/3 inch deep.
Step 4
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and ground cloves. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the glaze thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
Step 5
Brush a thin layer of the glaze over the surface of the ham, making sure to coat thoroughly.
Step 6
Attach pineapple rings to the ham using toothpicks, spacing them evenly around the surface. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring and secure with a toothpick.
Step 7
Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, basting with the glaze every 30 minutes.
Step 8
After 1 hour and 30 minutes, remove the foil and baste the ham generously with more glaze.
Step 9
Increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes, basting once more halfway through. The ham should develop a caramelized, golden-brown crust.
Step 10
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.
Step 11
Slice and serve warm, drizzled with extra glaze from the pan.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (5013.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6854.3 |
| Total Fat 206.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 72.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1995.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 44299.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 449.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 405.8g | |
| Protein 767.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 494.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 37.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 11270.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories