Pineapple Brown Sugar Glazed Ham
This pineapple brown sugar glazed ham is tender, juicy, and coated in a glossy caramelized glaze that’s sweet, tangy, and savory all at once. It’s simple enough for first-time cooks but elegant enough to be the star of your holiday table.
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Ingredients
- 1 pre-cooked ham bone-in or boneless, approximately 3.6–4.5 kg
- 240 ml pineapple juice
- 110 g light brown sugar
- 60 ml soy sauce
- 60 ml honey
- 60 ml Dijon mustard
- 60 g fresh pineapple chunks drained (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 165°C.
- Score the ham in a crosshatch pattern about ½ inch deep to let the glaze soak in.
- In a small saucepan, mix pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, and Dijon mustard. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy.
- Place the ham in a roasting pan and pour the glaze over it, letting it seep into the cuts. Roast uncovered for 20–30 minutes, basting every 8–10 minutes, until heated through and caramelized.
- Rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve hot with pineapple chunks and extra glaze.