Pineapple Ham Glaze
Elevate your holiday ham with this irresistibly sweet and tangy Pineapple Ham Glaze, a simple yet decadent recipe that combines tropical pineapple juice, rich brown sugar, and golden honey with a hint of warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. This easy ham glaze recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, featuring a silky-smooth texture achieved with a cornstarch slurry and layers of depth from Dijon mustard. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter, this glaze caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a glossy, flavorful coating that will impress your guests. Use it to transform your baked ham into the star of the table, and don’t forget to brush on extra layers for maximum flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Stir to mix evenly.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
Add ground cinnamon and ground cloves to the saucepan, stirring well to incorporate the spices evenly into the glaze.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry.
Step 5
Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering glaze, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
Step 6
Continue to cook the glaze over medium heat, stirring frequently, for about 5-10 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Step 7
Remove the glaze from the heat and let it cool slightly before using. It will thicken a bit more as it cools.
Step 8
Brush or spoon the glaze over your ham during the last 30 minutes of baking, applying multiple layers for a rich, caramelized finish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (558.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1111.8 |
| Total Fat 3.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 394.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 282.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 272.0g | |
| Protein 0.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 170.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 492.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories