Cherry Pineapple Glazed Ham
Transform your holiday table with this show-stopping Cherry Pineapple Glazed Ham, a perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This recipe features a tender bone-in spiral-cut ham coated in a luscious glaze made from pineapple juice, golden brown sugar, maraschino cherry juice, and a hint of honey and Dijon mustard for a velvety richness. Enhanced with warm cloves and topped with caramelized pineapple slices and vibrant maraschino cherries, this dish not only delights the palate but also adds a dazzling centerpiece to any celebration. With minimal prep time and a basting process that ensures every bite is infused with flavor, this ham is an effortless yet impressive choice for holiday feasts or special occasions.
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Ingredients
- 8 pounds bone-in spiral-cut ham
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup maraschino cherry juice
- 0.5 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon cloves (whole or ground)
- 10 slices canned pineapple slices
- 10 pieces maraschino cherries
- 10 pieces toothpicks
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
Step 2
Place the ham in a roasting pan, flat-side down, and cover it with aluminum foil to keep it moist during cooking.
Step 3
Bake the ham in the preheated oven for 1 hour to warm it through while you prepare the glaze.
Step 4
In a medium saucepan, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, maraschino cherry juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and cloves.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the glaze thickens slightly.
Step 6
Remove the ham from the oven after the first hour and increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Step 7
Brush the prepared glaze generously over the ham, ensuring the entire surface is coated.
Step 8
Decorate the ham by securing pineapple slices and maraschino cherries to the surface with toothpicks in a decorative pattern.
Step 9
Return the ham to the oven, uncovered. Continue baking for an additional 45-60 minutes, basting with the glaze every 15 minutes, until the glaze is caramelized and bubbly.
Step 10
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Step 11
Serve warm with your favorite holiday side dishes and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (4736.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6839.1 |
| Total Fat 206.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 72.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1814.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 44328.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 445.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 429.6g | |
| Protein 764.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 564.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 35.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 10604.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories