Pineapple Spiral Ham Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cdark brown sugar
packed, light brown sugar is a good substitute
- 12 oz.cola
or dr. pepper
- 2 tbspapple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsplow-sodium soy sauce
- 1 ½ tbspdijon mustard
- 1 ½ tbspgrainy mustard
- 1 tspground ginger
- ½ tsponion powder
- ¼ tspcrushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ tspkosher salt
- 16-9 lbs. spiral-sliced city ham
- 20 oz.crushed pineapple)
(1 large can*
Directions
For the pineapple ham glaze
- 1
Combine all glaze ingredients in a medium-sized saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring often, 20-30 minutes, or until glaze is the consistency of syrup. Remove from heat and set aside.
For the brown sugar pineapple spiral ham
- 1
Heat oven to 325°F.
- 2
Use a sharp knife to score the surface of the ham with ½-inch-deep slices spaced 1 inch apart. Cover and bake for 1 hour.
- 3
Brush half the glaze over the ham, being sure to spread some down into each cut. Spread the crushed pineapple over the ham, again pressing down, and then pour half the remaining glaze over the surface. Bake the ham, uncovered, 15 minutes then repeat glazing as follows:
- 4
Continue cooking and glazing/basting the ham (once you have run out of glaze, just baste with the glaze from the bottom of the pan) every 10 minutes until the internal temperature registers 140°F on an instant-read thermometer. This could take a total 40-60 minutes.
Pineapple Spiral Ham Recipe
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About this Recipe
Looking for that perfect showstopper main course that's both easy to prepare and incredibly flavorful? This Pineapple Spiral Ham recipe delivers a succulent, sweet, and savory experience that will become a holiday or special occasion favorite, designed to feed a generous crowd.
The magic of this recipe lies in its rich brown sugar glaze, elevated by a unique blend of ingredients. Featuring cola, apple cider vinegar, Dijon and grainy mustards, and a subtle kick from ground ginger and red pepper flakes, this glaze creates a sticky, caramelized coating. This thoughtful combination perfectly complements the juicy, pre-sliced ham, ensuring every bite is bursting with complex, sweet, and savory notes.
You'll find the spiral-sliced city ham incredibly tender and easy to serve, infused with the bright, sweet notes of crushed pineapple. The dark brown sugar provides a deep, molasses-rich sweetness that is beautifully balanced by the tangy vinegars and a subtle warmth from the spices. It’s a truly satisfying main course, yielding 12 servings, making it perfect for family gatherings or festive occasions.
While the recipe calls for dark brown sugar, light brown sugar is a perfectly suitable substitute if that's what you have on hand. Similarly, if you don't have cola, Dr. Pepper works wonderfully to add that subtle, spiced sweetness to the glaze. The crushed pineapple is key for even flavor distribution and infusing moisture, so stick with canned for consistency.
This Pineapple Spiral Ham is ideal as the centerpiece for holiday meals, Sunday dinners, or any time you want to impress with minimal fuss. Serve it alongside your favorite roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete and memorable feast.