Why wait for the holidays to enjoy pineapple honey-baked ham? This recipe is great for any occasion, so I’ve brushed off the cobwebs from this tried-and-true holiday recipe. Besides, my men love using the leftovers for ham and cheese sliders. 😍 You already know how much I love the tropics along with its fruit. So when I learned about pineapple honey glazed ham, I knew I had to give it a go. I was ecstatic when it was the talk of the gathering. My Immafied version was a big hit! A spiral ham, fully cooked, bone-in ham (the shank end part) works best for this recipe. The label will say “fully cooked” and not “cook before eating.” Smoked ham is even more flavorful, and one with the rind (skin) is juicier.
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make a Honey Glazed Ham With Pineapple
Prep Ham – Place the ham cut side down in a roasting pan cover. Sprinkle with about ½ cup brown sugar (optional). (Photo 1) Roast – Then cover tightly with foil paper. Place in a preheated oven and roast for 10-12 minutes per pound. (Photo 2) Make the Glaze – Add the remaining brown sugar, mustard, orange juice, pineapple juice, honey, allspice, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, rum, and lemon juice to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 5 minutes or more until it’s syrupy. (Photos 3-4)
Glaze Ham – About 30 minutes before it should be done cooking, remove the ham from the oven and apply the glaze, completely covering the ham. (Photo 5) Decorate (Optional) – Place the pineapple rings decoratively around the ham. Place a cherry in the middle, then insert a toothpick to keep it in place. Repeat until you have used up enough pineapple to cover the surface. (Photo 6) Repeat Glaze – Brush with additional pineapple honey glaze and bake for 15-20 minutes more (basting ham every 10 minutes). How long it takes depends on the size of your ham. An instant-read thermometer will register 120°F when inserted into the thickest portion of the ham. Remove from the oven to a serving platter and let rest for 15 minutes. Serve with a side of the glaze.
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
If you’re making this recipe for the holidays, I know you’ll want to get ahead. You can make the glaze 3 days ahead and store it in the refrigerator. Cooking the entire ham ahead of time is also a good option. Wrap the ham in plastic wrap then foil before refrigerating your cooked ham. Store the ham’s juices separately in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Serving and Storage Instructions
Pineapple honey baked ham is best served warm along with your favorite sides. Wrap leftover ham tightly in plastic wrap or foil or an airtight Tupper and refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze it for 2-3 months. When you are ready to thaw frozen ham, put it in the fridge overnight and reheat it in the oven or microwave.
What to Serve With Pineapple Honey Glazed Ham
This ham pairs beautifully with green beans and bacon. Or try it with this refreshing wedge salad. Mashed potatoes are a classic side that balances the flavors. Toss cubed ham in an easy pasta salad for a busy weeknight leftover dinner idea.
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Conclusion
This mouthwatering pineapple honey-baked ham recipe will elevate your gatherings to the top of everyone’s list. If you make this recipe, tag me on Instagram. I love seeing your pics!😍
Watch How To Make It
This blog post was originally published in December 2016 and has been updated with additional tips, new photos, and a video.
