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Pineapple Brown Sugar Ham

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🍍 This Caramelized Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham recipe brings a delightful sweet glaze that perfectly complements the savory ham for a festive treat.
🍯 It’s a simple yet impressive dish that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or special meals, offering rich flavor and moist texture.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serving size varies depending on ham size, typically 10-12 servings

Ingredients

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610 lb bone-in spiral-cut cooked ham

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

2 cups brown sugar, divided

1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, divided (or two 15 oz cans)

1 teaspoon cinnamon, divided

Instructions

1- Pour half of the brown sugar, half of the crushed pineapple, and half of the cinnamon into the bottom of your Dutch oven, crockpot, or Instant Pot to create a flavorful base.

2- Place the ham on top, gently separating the layers or slices to let the flavors seep in deeply.

3- Spread 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard all over the ham, making sure to get it between the slices for that extra tang.

4- Pour the remaining crushed pineapple over the ham, ensuring some juice and bits go between the slices for even coating.

5- Add the remaining brown sugar, pressing it into the ham and between slices to help it caramelize beautifully.

6- Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon over the top to finish the layering.

7-Now, let’s cover the cooking methods based on what you have at home. For the Dutch oven, preheat your oven to 300Β°F and bake the ham covered for about 2 hours or until it reaches 110Β°F internally. In a crockpot, cook on high for 3 hours for a 6 lb ham or 4 hours for a 10 lb ham, adjusting as needed and using tinfoil for larger ones. For Instant Pot slow cook, layer as above, lock the lid with the vent open, and cook on high for 3 hours before simmering the juices to thicken.

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Notes

🍍 Use canned crushed pineapple only to maintain the perfect glaze texture.
πŸ”₯ The ham is pre-cooked; aim to reheat to 110Β°F (43Β°C) rather than cook fully.
🍯 Reducing residual juices creates a rich and flavorful glaze that clings to the ham.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking / Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Non-vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 950 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg