Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham Bake
This Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham Bake brings sweet and tangy flavors to a simple baked ham, perfect for holidays and family meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 6–8 lb fully cooked bone-in ham
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices, juice reserved
- ½ cup pineapple juice (from the can)
- ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp ground cloves (optional)
- Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat Oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the ham cut side down in a large roasting pan.
- Using a sharp knife, score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern, about ¼ inch deep.
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and cloves until smooth.
Baking
- Brush half of the glaze over the ham. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 1 hour.
- After 1 hour, arrange pineapple slices over the ham (secure with toothpicks if needed). Place cherries in the center of each slice if using.
- Brush the remaining glaze over the ham and pineapple. Return to the oven uncovered.
- Continue baking for 30 minutes, basting once more, until the ham is caramelized and heated through.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Spoon extra pan juices over slices when serving.
Notes
Use a fully cooked ham to save time. Score the ham so the glaze soaks in and caramelizes well. Reserve the pineapple juice from the can for more flavor in the glaze. Baste at least once more for a sticky, shiny finish. Cover loosely with foil for the first hour to keep the ham moist.