Pineapple Glaze for Baked Ham

Transform your baked ham into a show-stopping centerpiece with this irresistible pineapple glaze! This easy-to-make recipe combines the tangy sweetness of pineapple juice with rich brown sugar, silky honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard for depth. Warm spices like cinnamon and cloves add a festive aroma, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the glaze achieves the perfect syrupy consistency. Ready in just 15 minutes, this glaze takes your ham to the next level, creating a caramelized, glossy finish that’s perfect for holiday feasts or special occasions. With its vibrant flavor and golden hue, this pineapple glaze will have guests reaching for seconds—and thirds! Ideal for pairing with baked ham, this recipe is guaranteed to make your main dish unforgettable.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 0.75 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk the ingredients together until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 3

Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water until it forms a smooth slurry.

Step 5

Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

Step 6

Continue to cook the glaze over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a syrupy consistency (about 3-5 minutes).

Step 7

Remove the glaze from heat and let it cool slightly before using.

Step 8

Brush the pineapple glaze generously over your baked ham during the last 30 minutes of cooking for a caramelized finish. Reserve extra glaze for serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(445.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	738.4

Total Fat 3.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 380.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 173.5g
Protein 0.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 136.4mg	0%
Iron 1.5mg	0%
Potassium 403.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.7%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 96.2%