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Pineapple Spiral Ham Recipe

Delicious Pineapple Spiral Ham Recipe for Your Holiday Feast

This Pineapple Spiral Ham recipe is a delicious dish that elevates any gathering with its sweet and tangy flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Ham and Glaze
  • 1 whole spiral-cut ham (about 8-10 pounds)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 cup pineapple juice (fresh or canned)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 can sliced pineapple (for decoration)
  • 12 whole whole cloves (for decoration)

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Bowl
  • Brush for glaze

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven according to ham package instructions.
  2. In a bowl, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves to create the glaze.
  3. Place the spiral-cut ham in a roasting pan and brush it generously with the glaze.
  4. Bake the ham in the oven for the recommended time, basting occasionally with remaining glaze.
  5. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, decorate the ham with sliced pineapples and whole cloves, securing them with toothpicks if necessary.
  6. Remove the ham from the oven and allow it to rest before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 10g

Notes

Feel free to customize the glaze ingredients for a unique flavor twist. This dish pairs wonderfully with classic sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

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