Baked Honey-Glazed Ham with Pineapple and Brown Sugar Crust

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A tender baked ham coated with a sweet and tangy glaze of honey, brown sugar, and pineapple juice, perfect for a celebratory meal. This american-inspired pork ready in about 105 minutes pairs pounds pre-cooked spiral ham, packed brown sugar, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 90 min Serves 12 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Place an 8-pound pre-cooked spiral ham in a roasting pan cut-side down.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup honey, 1/4 cup pineapple juice, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1/2 tsp ground cloves until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Brush the entire ham with half of the glaze. Arrange 8 pineapple rings evenly over the ham surface and secure each with a toothpick. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring and secure with the toothpick.
  4. Step 4: Tent ham loosely with foil and bake for 1 hour, basting every 20 minutes with remaining glaze, until heated through and caramelized.
  5. Step 5: Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until glaze is bubbly and darkened slightly. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Honey-Glazed Ham with Pineapple and Brown Sugar Crust take to make?

Total time is about 105 minutes (15 min prep + 90 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Honey-Glazed Ham with Pineapple and Brown Sugar Crust?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pounds pre-cooked spiral ham from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Honey-Glazed Ham with Pineapple and Brown Sugar Crust?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Honey-Glazed Ham with Pineapple and Brown Sugar Crust for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Honey-Glazed Ham with Pineapple and Brown Sugar Crust?

American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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