Go Back
–+ servings
A glazed ham topped with pineapple slices on a wooden board, garnished with rosemary sprigs.

Brown Sugar Pineapple Baked Ham

Author: Jessica Haggard
Juicy ham meets the tropical tang of pineapple and the sweetness of caramelized brown sugar in this party-worthy baked ham with pineapple. With just a few steps - preheating the oven, arranging the ham and pineapple, and letting it bake to perfection - you'll have a gorgeous centerpiece that's bursting with flavor. Try this 3-ingredient recipe today and you’ll want to make it on repeat.
No ratings yet
Print Recipe Pin Recipe Save Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 69 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 bone-in spiral ham pre-cooked
  • 1 can pineapple slices with juice
  • ¼ cup brown sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
  • Place the ham in an oven-safe casserole dish. Pry the slices of ham open and arrange various pineapple rings throughout the meat. Pour the pineapple juice evenly over the whole surface. Get some into every fold.
  • Rub the brown sugar over the surface of the pineapple slices and ham.
  • Cover the ham with aluminum foil and cook for 1.5 hours in the oven. The cooking time may vary depending on the size of the ham. Continue until the ham is heated through; this time serves best and gives time for the flavors to meld.
  • Check the ham periodically and baste it with any juices that collect in the dish. If your ham came with a premade glaze package, you can mix this with a few tablespoons of the pineapple juice, and glaze the ham with it now.
  • Once warmed through, slice and serve with pineapple.

Notes

  • If your pineapple slices keep sliding off, secure them with toothpicks to keep them in place while baking. Just remember to remove them before serving!
  • A teaspoon or two of Dijon mustard in the glaze balances the sweetness and adds a little depth to the flavor.
  • Add a pop of color by adding maraschino cherries to the mix. Arrange the pineapple rings evenly over the ham, securing them in place with toothpicks. Next, press a cherry into the center of each ring and fill any open spaces with extra cherries for a more vibrant, festive look.
  • Let the ham rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy and tender.
Serve: Serve baked ham with your favorite sides - it’s delicious with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, cornbread, or a fresh green salad. For a heartier meal, pair it with a serving of rice or a casserole.
Store: Place leftovers in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 1 month. To reheat, gently warm baked ham in the oven over medium heat until warmed through.

Nutrition

Calories: 69kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 0.4gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 4mgPotassium: 97mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 0.2mg
Did you make this recipe?Please leave a review and share your experience with us! Your feedback means a lot to the entire community.