A delicious Sweet Pineapple Brown Sugar Glazed Ham that is perfect for any festive occasion.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:2 hours
Total Time:2 hours 20 minutes
Yield:Serves 12-14 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 fully cooked bone-in ham (about 8–10 pounds)
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple, drained (reserve juice)
Whole cloves (for studding the ham, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Place the ham in a large roasting pan, cut side down. If desired, score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern and stud with whole cloves.
In a medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper until well combined.
Brush half of the brown sugar mixture over the ham, making sure to get it into the scored sections.
Arrange the pineapple slices on top of the ham, securing them with toothpicks if necessary. Brush the remaining brown sugar mixture over the pineapple slices.
Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and bake for about 1.5 to 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes with the pan juices.
Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow the glaze to caramelize and the ham to brown.
Once the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C), remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a spicier glaze, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a tablespoon of Dijon mustard to the brown sugar mixture.
If you prefer a smokier flavor, consider using a smoked ham or adding a few drops of liquid smoke to the glaze.