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Perfect Honey Glazed Ham Recipe Easy Pineapple Brown Sugar Glaze Guide

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A sweet and savory honey glazed ham with a pineapple brown sugar glaze that caramelizes to a sticky, golden finish. Perfect for holidays and family gatherings, this recipe is quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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  • Bone-in ham (about 8-10 pounds), pre-cooked
  • ⅓ cup honey (raw or wildflower preferred)
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar (dark or light)
  • ½ cup pineapple juice (fresh or canned)
  • About 8 canned pineapple slices
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Score the ham surface in a diamond pattern about ½ inch apart using a sharp knife.
  3. Place the ham on a rack in a large roasting pan, flat side down.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, brown sugar, pineapple juice, Dijon mustard, ground cloves, cinnamon, and black pepper until smooth.
  5. Brush the ham generously with about half of the glaze, reserving the rest for basting.
  6. Arrange pineapple slices on top of the ham, securing with toothpicks if needed.
  7. Cover the ham loosely with foil.
  8. Bake for about 1 hour 30 minutes, basting every 20 minutes with the remaining glaze mixture and a splash of water to thin it if needed.
  9. Remove foil for the last 20-30 minutes of cooking to let the glaze caramelize and form a sticky, golden crust.
  10. Check internal temperature; it should read 140°F (60°C) when done.
  11. Let the ham rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing to allow juices to settle.

Notes

Score the ham lightly to allow glaze penetration without cutting too deep. Baste every 20 minutes to prevent burning and ensure a sticky, caramelized finish. Let the ham rest before slicing to keep it juicy. If glaze darkens too quickly, tent with foil to prevent burning.

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