Arrange the pineapple rings around the ham. Using a toothpick, secure a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring. Bake uncovered for 4 to 5 hours, brushing frequently with liquid, until the ham reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (72 degrees C).
How to make layered ham with pineapple
While it may seem difficult to cook, this ham is actually quite simple! The meat gets its flavor from a pineapple ham glaze made with pineapple juice, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and cloves. The sweet and fruity skin, encrusted with pineapple and cherry rings, is an ideal match for salty and smoky meats.
- Cook the pineapple juice, brown sugar, mustard, and cloves in a saucepan for about 10 minutes to make a brown sugar glaze for the ham.
- Time to prep the ham for the oven while the glaze is gone! To begin, scratch the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern with a sharp knife.
- On top of the ham, arrange the pineapple and cherry slices and attach them with a toothpick.
- Cook ham in 325F oven for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, brushing with additional glaze and pan juices every 30 minutes. To prevent excessive browning, gently cover the ham with foil for the last 30-60 minutes, or until it reaches the desired color. When a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the ham shows 140 degrees Fahrenheit, the ham is done.
- Allow at least 15 minutes for the ham to rest before cutting and serving.
Is it true that fresh pineapple turns ham mushy
While I’m known for my wild cooking experiments, sometimes I prefer to go back to basics, like with this Baked Pineapple Brown Sugar Ham.
Pineapple and ham are a classic pairing as the sweet and sour taste of the pineapple complements the salty and salty umami qualities of the pork. With a brown sugar-honey glaze (seasoned and balanced with dijon mustard, cloves, and apple cider vinegar), you get the ham the whole family will be craving for seconds.
Instead of the spiral ham I usually buy, I opted for a whole, cured ham for today’s meal. As a result, ham is more juicy and delicious, and less likely to dry out. While some people believe that ham bones are tastier, I didn’t detect much difference, but ham bones are great for making ham bone soup afterward.
Fresh pineapple, although it sounds more succulent and delicious, has enzymes that soften the meat and can result in a mushy ham. For best results, use canned pineapple.
The procedure for cooking cured ham in the oven is described below. If you’re using spiral ham or crockpot, the glaze can be made using the same ingredients and process, but the cooking time will need to be adjusted. (If you’re using spiral ham and crockpot, follow the instructions in my Crockpot Root Beer Glazed Ham recipe, but substitute these ingredients.)
How long should I cook ham? Cook the bone-cured ham as we do at 325F for 15-18 minutes per pound, or until a meat thermometer inserted in the center shows 145F. The ham has previously been cured (“cured”), so all you have to do now is reheat it.
At the same 325F, spiral ham requires less cooking time, about 12-15 minutes per pound. Spiral ham, like cured ham, is already cooked and just needs to be reheated.
What’s the best way to make pineapple spiral ham
- To start, score ham. Make 1/2 inch deep cuts about 1 inch with a sharp knife.
- Preheat oven to 325F and bake ham for 1 hour.
- Make the glaze while the ham is roasting.
- Brush half the glaze over the ham and lower it into slices after removing it from the oven. Then sprinkle the crushed pineapple on top, followed by about half of the remaining glaze.
- Bake the ham for 15 minutes, uncovered.
- You’ll want to baste the ham every 10 minutes or so now that it’s cooking. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees Fahrenheit, checking every 10 minutes to make sure you’re not overcooking.
This Easter ham with brown sugar and pineapple spirals is delicious! It’s very simple to prepare and takes all the worries out of preparing for a holiday party. Overall, this is a fantastic holiday ham. It’s also a great idea for Thanksgiving or Christmas!
Give it a try with some of our favorite Easter recipes if you’re making them for Easter dinner!
How can I make sure that my ham is juicy
While it may seem instinctive to add as much moisture to your ham as possible before and during the cooking process to ensure it doesn’t dry out, this can actually get in the way of a perfect ham. Instead of bathing the ham or greasing it during the cooking process, pour half a cup of stock, wine, or water into the bottom of the pan while cooking to keep the meat moist. Be sure to cover the ham with foil while cooking to keep it moist, then remove it when you’re ready to coat it.
When baking ham, do you cover it with foil
Grilling ham is not as difficult as you might think. I simply put the ham in a roasting pan (or 913) and cover it with a cup of ginger beer and a cup of orange juice. This not only enhances the flavor of the ham, but also helps to keep it juicy as it cooks.
Wrap the foil around the ham or around the pan. Make sure it’s well covered so the ham doesn’t dry out.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and bake the ham for 15-20 minutes, brushing halfway. When greasing the ham, open the lid, but close it again when you put it back in the oven.
What’s the best way to make honey ham with pineapple
Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees C). In a roasting pan, place the ham. Bake the ham for 2 hours, uncovered, in the preheated oven. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, and 1/3 cup honey while the ham is roasting.
How can you make the ham glaze thicker
To make 1 cup glaze, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water or other cooking liquid. Stir this into the glaze and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
What’s the best way to cook ham with brown sugar and pineapple
Directions
- Preheat oven to 325F (165 degrees C).
- With a sharp knife, remove the skin from the pineapple and any other brown part of the skin.
- 1 1/2 to 2 hours in the preheated oven, roast the ham until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the ham registers 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
Are canned pineapples as delicious as fresh ones
Don’t start hunting for pineapples in the canned food section when a recipe calls for it! There are major nutritional differences between canned pineapple and fresh pineapple, which we will discuss further below.
