Description
Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham is a show-stopping centerpiece that beautifully balances sweet and savory flavors. This succulent ham, glazed with a rich mixture of brown sugar and pineapple juice, fills your home with an irresistible aroma. Ideal for holidays, family gatherings, or any special occasion, this dish guarantees to impress your guests and have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (6-8 lb) bone-in ham
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 cup canned pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 can canned pineapple rings (for garnish)
- Optional: maraschino cherries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern and place it in a roasting pan.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and pineapple juice to create the glaze.
- Generously brush half of the glaze over the ham.
- Arrange pineapple rings on top, securing them with toothpicks if necessary.
- Bake for about 15 minutes per pound, basting every 30 minutes with the remaining glaze until heated through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1080mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg