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Baked Ham with Pineapple

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  • Author: samahkitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Baked Ham with Pineapple is a holiday classic! A juicy, tender ham is coated in a sticky pineapple brown sugar glaze, then baked to perfection with caramelized pineapple rings. The sweet and tangy flavors balance beautifully with the savory ham, making it a crowd-pleaser for Christmas, Easter, or Sunday dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Ham:

  • 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (8–10 lbs)
  • 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices in juice (reserve juice)
  • 1/2 cup whole cloves (optional, for decoration)

For the Pineapple Brown Sugar Glaze:

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice (reserved from the can)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or orange juice)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)

For Garnish:

  • Maraschino cherries (optional, for a festive look)

Instructions

Prepare the Ham:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. If the ham has a thick rind, carefully score the fat in a crisscross pattern (about ½ inch deep).
  3. If using whole cloves, insert them into the ham at the intersections of the scored lines.

2. Make the Pineapple Brown Sugar Glaze:

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and ground cloves.
  2. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring, until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.

3. Bake the Ham:

  1. Place the ham in a large roasting pan. Brush generously with half of the glaze.
  2. Arrange pineapple slices over the ham, securing them with toothpicks. If using, place maraschino cherries in the centers.
  3. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 1½ to 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes with the glaze.

4. Caramelize & Serve:

  1. Remove the foil, brush with the remaining glaze, and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) for the last 15-20 minutes to caramelize.
  2. Let the ham rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
  3. Serve warm with extra glaze on the side.

Notes

  • Bone-In vs. Boneless Ham: Bone-in provides more flavor, but boneless works well too!
  • Glaze Variation: Add ½ teaspoon ground ginger for extra warmth.
  • Serving Suggestions: Pair with roasted potatoes, green beans, or honey-glazed carrots.
  • Leftovers Idea: Use leftover ham for sandwiches, omelets, or soups!

Find it online: https://quickbiteskitchen.com/baked-ham-with-pineapple/