Holiday Ham Glaze with Brown Sugar & Pineapple
Transform your holiday feast with this irresistible Holiday Ham Glaze featuring a luscious blend of brown sugar and pineapple. This sweet and tangy glaze not only enhances the rich flavor of bone-in ham but also creates a stunning centerpiece that will impress your guests. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll elevate your holiday dining experience to new heights. Perfect for any special occasion, this glaze is bound to have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8-10 lb) bone-in ham
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves (optional)
- 1/4 cup honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Place the ham on a roasting rack in a large pan, scoring the surface in a diamond pattern.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, ground mustard, cinnamon, and any optional spices. Stir until melted and fragrant.
- Brush the glaze generously over the ham, making sure to get into the scored sections.
- Bake for approximately 15-18 minutes per pound, basting every 30 minutes.
- Broil for the last few minutes to achieve caramelization.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider incorporating a splash of bourbon or substituting pineapple juice with apricot preserves. If you prefer a spicy kick, add a dash of chili powder.