Brown Sugar and Pineapple Glazed Ham

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This pineapple glazed ham has been a holiday tradition in our house for years! Any leftover ham is delicious, served with some more fresh pineapple.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 50 mins
Servings:
20

Sweeten your holiday with this delicious brown sugar and pineapple glazed ham recipe. 

How to Make Pineapple-Glazed Ham

You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:

How to Make Pineapple Glaze for Ham

To make the glaze, simply mix the pineapple juice and brown sugar. Microwave on until the glaze is boiling and slightly thickened.

How to Cook Brown Sugar- and Pineapple-Glazed Ham

Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this pineapple-glazed ham recipe: 

  1. Place the ham on a roasting pan and cut the pineapple into rings. 
  2. Use toothpicks to secure the rings to the ham. 
  3. Bake the ham for half an hour.
  4. Make the glaze in the microwave. 
  5. Pour half of the glaze over the ham, then bake for another 30 minutes. 
  6. Pour the remaining glaze over the ham, then bake for a final 30 minutes. 

How Long to Cook Pineapple-Glazed Ham

In an oven preheated to 325 degrees F, your pineapple-glazed ham should be fully cooked after about 90 minutes of total cooking time. A meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of ham reads 140 degrees F (60 degrees C),

What to Serve With Pineapple-Glazed Ham

In need of some festive serving inspiration? We’ve got you covered. Explore these mouthwatering collections of side dishes to pair with ham: 

What to Do With Leftover Pineapple-Glazed Ham

Don’t let those leftovers go to waste! Peruse our collection of 18 Tasty Recipes for Using Up Leftover Ham for delicious ideas. Here are a few of the top-rated recipes you’ll find: 

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“We rarely eat ham, but this made for a tasty Easter treat,” according to Mel. “I used canned crushed pineapple with brown sugar instead of rings. We thought it turned out great!”

“This was the first time I made a ham and it turned out awesome,” says Mosey. “I didn't use fresh pineapple, just canned and I only used half the brown sugar at my daughter's request. Turned out delicious!”

“This was simple and a great go-to for a quick glaze,” raves De Austin. “I used a smoked, bone-in ham. I think the smokiness was a perfect complement to the sweetness of the glaze.”

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 20 servings

  • 1 (6 pound) fully-cooked, bone-in ham

  • 1 fresh pineapple

  • 2 (6 ounce) cans pineapple juice

  • 1 cup brown sugar

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    All ingredients gathered to make brown sugar and pineapple glazed ham.

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  2. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place ham, cut-side down, into a roasting pan.

    Ham placed cut side down on roasting pan.

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  3. Cut skin off pineapple with a sharp knife and slice off any brown spots or skin left behind. Cut pineapple into 1/2-inch-thick rings and use a round cutter to remove cores. Pin rings onto ham with toothpicks.

    Pineapple being cut into thick rings.

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    Pineapple rings being picked onto ham.

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  4. Bake ham in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

  5. While ham bakes, mix pineapple juice and brown sugar in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium power until glaze is boiling and slightly thickened. Work carefully because glaze will be sticky and very hot.

    Pineapple juice and brown sugar combined.

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  6. Pour 1/2 of the glaze evenly over ham and pineapple rings. Bake ham for 30 minutes more, then pour remaining glaze over ham.

    Pour half the glaze over the ham and pineapple rings.

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    After baking for 30 minutes, pour remaining glaze over.

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  7. Continue baking ham until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of ham reads 140 degrees F (60 degrees C), 30 to 60 minutes more.

  8. Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

396 Calories
26g Fat
16g Carbs
24g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 20
Calories 396
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 33%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 99mg 33%
Sodium 68mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 24g 48%
Vitamin C 14mg 15%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 8%
Potassium 492mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.